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Pharma-Arryhthmias Q8

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whats the primary goal of rate control in A-fib?

to prevent atrial tachycardia to be transmitted to the ventricles (slow down AV node conduction) by negative chrronotropic agents. (reduce HR).

whats the goal of rhythm control?

to restore normal (sinus rhythm.) and prevent tachycardia in atria.

drugs commonly used for rate control in A-fib?

1- beta blockers/Ca+ blockers 2- Digoxin (only sedate life-style) 3- combo of digoxin and diltiazem.

common used drugs for rhythm control

<p>1- beta blocker 2- K+ blocker (sotalol) 3- Na+ blocker (flecainide, propafenone)</p> Signup and view all the answers

drug to be used for controlling the rate but its only suitable for ppl who have limited physical activity

<p>Digoxin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Rate control in A-fib goal

Prevent atrial tachycardia from reaching ventricles by slowing AV node conduction and reducing heart rate.

Rhythm control goal

Restore normal sinus rhythm and prevent future atrial tachycardia.

Rate control drugs (common)

Beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and digoxin.

Rhythm control drugs (common)

Beta-blockers, potassium channel blockers, and sodium channel blockers.

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Digoxin in Rate control

Digoxin for rate control is suitable for those with limited activity.