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What is one reason why non-pharmacological techniques are preferred for arrhythmia treatment?
What is one reason why non-pharmacological techniques are preferred for arrhythmia treatment?
- They completely eliminate the need for medications.
- They require no special equipment.
- They have fewer side effects compared to medications. (correct)
- They are faster in treating immediate symptoms.
Which of the following is NOT a non-pharmacological technique for treating arrhythmias?
Which of the following is NOT a non-pharmacological technique for treating arrhythmias?
- Quinidine administration (correct)
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implantable cardioverter defibrillator
- Ablation technique
Which class of antiarrhythmic drug predominantly blocks sodium channels and increases action potential duration (APD)?
Which class of antiarrhythmic drug predominantly blocks sodium channels and increases action potential duration (APD)?
- Class Ic
- Class II
- Class Ib
- Class Ia (correct)
What is a common characteristic of Class Ib antiarrhythmic drugs?
What is a common characteristic of Class Ib antiarrhythmic drugs?
Which of the following antiarrhythmic drugs is indicated for oral use and commonly used?
Which of the following antiarrhythmic drugs is indicated for oral use and commonly used?
What are potential adverse effects of the drug mentioned in the therapeutic uses for atrial arrhythmia?
What are potential adverse effects of the drug mentioned in the therapeutic uses for atrial arrhythmia?
Which of the following is a therapeutic use for the described drug?
Which of the following is a therapeutic use for the described drug?
What is the recommended route of administration for the therapeutic effects mentioned for arrhythmias?
What is the recommended route of administration for the therapeutic effects mentioned for arrhythmias?
Which condition is particularly noted for being induced by digitalis?
Which condition is particularly noted for being induced by digitalis?
What aspect of metabolism is highlighted for the therapy provided?
What aspect of metabolism is highlighted for the therapy provided?
Study Notes
Non-Pharmacological Techniques for Arrhythmia Treatment
- Non-pharmacological techniques are preferred for arrhythmia treatment due to the arrhythmogenic effects of some drugs and the efficacy of these techniques.
- Non-pharmacological techniques include Ablation, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, Artificial Pacemaker, Vagal Stimulation, and DC Shock.
Class I Antiarrhythmic Drugs
- Class I antiarrhythmic drugs block sodium channels, affecting the rate of depolarization and the duration of the action potential.
- Ia drugs block sodium and potassium channels, increasing the duration of the action potential.
- Examples: Quinidine, Procainamide, Disopyramide.
- Ib drugs block sodium channels but have little to no effect on potassium channels or the duration of the action potential.
- Examples: Lidocaine, Mexiletine, Phenytoin.
- Ic drugs block sodium channels and have no effect on potassium channels or the duration of the action potential.
- Examples: Flecainide, Propafenone.
Class II (β-blockers)
- Beta-blockers decrease heart rate, contractility, and conduction velocity.
- Examples: Esmolol, Propranolol, Sotalol.
Class III (K channel blockers)
- Class III drugs block potassium channels, prolonging the action potential duration.
- Examples: Amiodarone, Dofetilide, Sotalol.
Class IV (Ca channel blockers)
- Class IV drugs block calcium channels, reducing heart rate and contractility.
- Examples: Verapamil, Dronedarone.
Other Antiarrhythmic Drugs
- Adenosine is used for emergency treatments of supraventricular tachycardias.
- Digoxin is used for prophylaxis of supraventricular tachycardia, but not for emergency treatment.
- Magnesium Sulfate is used for Torsades de Pointes.
Emergency and Prophylaxis Treatment
- Emergency treatment for supraventricular arrhythmia includes adenosine.
- Prophylaxis treatment for supraventricular arrhythmia includes digitalis, beta blockers, Ca channel blockers, and amiodarone.
- Emergency treatment for ventricular arrhythmia includes Class Ib agents, such as lidocaine, and DC shock.
- Prophylaxis treatment for ventricular arrhythmia includes mexiletine and phenytoin.
- Torsades de Pointes is treated with Magnesium Sulfate.
Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- Amiodarone and Sotalol are used to treat Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome.
- Class Ib drugs can also be used to treat Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome.
N.B.
- Bradyarrhythmia is treated with atropine or corticosteroids.
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Explore non-pharmacological techniques for treating arrhythmia and understand the various Class I antiarrhythmic drugs. This quiz covers methods such as Ablation and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, alongside the pharmacological mechanisms of Class I drugs. Test your knowledge on important treatments and medications for arrhythmia.
