5 Questions
What is the recommended initial dose of CARDIZEM for stable patients with rapid atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter?
10 mg IV/IO, over 2 minutes
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of CARDIZEM in patients with rapid atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter?
Sick sinus syndrome
What is the recommended intervention if the patient remains hypotensive after fluid administration?
Administer push-dose pressor epinephrine
In which patients should CARDIZEM be used with caution for rapid atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter?
Patients taking calcium channel blockers
What is the recommended initial volume for normal saline in unstable patients with rapid atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter?
1L IV/IO
Test your knowledge about managing rapid atrial fibrillation and flutter with 12 and 15 lead ECGs, and appropriate Cardizem dosing. Learn about indications, contraindications, and precautions for using Cardizem in stable and unstable patients.
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