Disease Management Flashcards
1
Q
Atrial Fibrillation managed with Rate and Rhythm Control in addition to what medication to prevent complications?
A
Anticoagulation
2
Q
Rate Control Medications for A-Fib (2)
A
Beta Blocker (Propanolol)
Non-dihydropyridines (verapamil & diltiazem)
*Slow AV Nodal Conduction
3
Q
Rhythym Control strategies for A-Fib (3)
A
Anti-arrhythmics (Amiodarone; Flecainide)
Electrical Cardioversion
Radio-frequency Ablation