Question

A 62-year-old patient with HFrEF (LVEF 25%) presents with AF with rapid ventricular response (HR 140/min), BP 128/78 mm Hg, no chest pain, and no hypotension. Which agent is the most appropriate initial rate control therapy in the ED?

Accepted Answer

IV metoprolol tartrate

Answer

IV amiodarone bolus

Answer

IV diltiazem bolus and infusion

Answer

IV verapamil

Practice question

A 62-year-old patient with HFrEF (LVEF 25%) presents with AF with rapid ventricular response (HR 140/min), BP 128/78 mm Hg, no chest pain, and no hypotension. Which agent is the most appropriate initial rate control therapy in the ED?