Planning Management Flashcards

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Q

How do you acutely manage AF?

A

Control rate with beta blocker, diltiazem, and consider digoxin or amiodarone

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What is the criteria for rhythm control in AF?

A

Young, symptomatic, first episode of AF, or due to a treated precipitant

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How do you rhythm control in AF?

A
  • pharmacological cardioversion: amiodarone IV over 2–120 mins with anti-coagulation if more than 48 hour onset
  • electrical cardioversion if haemodynamically unstable
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How do you rate control in AF?

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  • beta blocker, propanolol
  • CCB, diltiazem
  • digoxin (can be added as an adjunct)
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