Anti-arrhythmics (basics)

Question 1

What are the classes of anti-arrhythmics?

Answer 1

1A - Na+ channel blockers
1B - Na+ channel blockers
1C - Na+ channel blockers
II - Beta blocker
III - K+ channel blocker
IV - Ca2+ channel blocker

Question 2

Name 1 example of a class 1A anti-arrhythmic

Answer 2

procainamide

Question 3

Name 1 example of a class 1B anti-arrhythmic

Answer 3

lidocaine

Question 4

Name 1 example of a class 1C anti-arrhythmic

Answer 4

flecainide

Question 5

Name 2 examples of a class II anti-arrhythmic

Answer 5

metoprolol, propanolol

Question 6

Name 3 examples of a class III anti-arrhythmic

Answer 6

dofetelide, ibutilide, amiodarone

Question 7

Name 2 example of a class IV anti-arrhythmic

Answer 7

verapamil, diltiazem

Question 8

Name 1 drug which can be used to treat supraventricular tachycardia in an emergency situation

Answer 8

Adenosine