A 60-year-old with HFrEF (EF 30%) and atrial fibrillation has HR 140 bpm. Which rate-control option is appropriate?...

Question

A 60-year-old with HFrEF (EF 30%) and atrial fibrillation has HR 140 bpm. Which rate-control option is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blocker (e.g., metoprolol) or digoxin preferred for HFrEF

Answer

Diltiazem IV bolus

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Verapamil

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Adenosine

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Pill-in-pocket flecainide

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF Rate Control in HFrEF