Cardiology Pharmacology Quiz

In which condition are amiodarone and dronedarone contraindicated?

What is a critical nursing action to perform before administering a beta blocker?

How do calcium channel blockers primarily affect myocardial contractility and the conduction system?

Which electrolyte imbalance is known to increase the risk of digoxin toxicity?

For which primary cardiac condition would epinephrine be administered?

Which of the following is a physiological cause of sinus tachycardia?

What is the primary pharmacological action of atropine sulfate?

Dopamine is contraindicated in patients taking which class of medications?

What is the typical atrial rate observed in atrial flutter?

Which ECG finding is characteristic of atrial flutter?

What distinguishes sinus bradycardia in athletes from other cases?

What is the primary treatment goal for atrial flutter?

Which medication class is commonly used to control the ventricular rate in atrial flutter?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sinus bradycardia?

If a patient with atrial flutter has a normal ventricular rate, what is the typical clinical presentation?

A patient presents with a heart rate of 55 bpm, regular rhythm, and no other symptoms. What is the appropriate therapeutic measure?

How are premature atrial contractions (PACs) typically managed?

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with symptomatic bradycardia?

What can frequent PACs indicate?

What is the defining characteristic of sinus tachycardia?

If atropine is ineffective in treating symptomatic bradycardia, what is the next recommended step?

What intervention is used for an unstable patient with atrial flutter and a rapid ventricular rate?

Which medication is used to reduce the risk of blood clots in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AF)?

What is the role of adenosine in treating supraventricular tachycardia?

What is the primary advantage of a transcutaneous pacemaker?

Which type of pacemaker offers rate responsiveness based on the patient's activity level?

How does a leadless pacemaker differ from traditional pacemakers?

What medical imaging technique guides the implantation of permanent pacemakers?

What does a spike on an ECG indicate in a paced rhythm?

Where is the generator of a permanent pacemaker typically implanted?

What is the typical lifespan of a leadless pacemaker battery?

What is the function of leads in a traditional pacemaker?

What is the primary function of the heart's electrical conduction system?

An ECG primarily provides information about which aspect of the heart's function?

What additional assessments are essential to confirm cardiac contraction and perfusion, alongside ECG readings?

Which components represent a complete cardiac cycle on an ECG?

What does an ECG recording essentially capture?

What is the purpose of using different leads in an ECG?

On standard ECG graph paper, what is the time duration represented by one small square?

How many small squares are contained within one large block on ECG graph paper?

Which of the following is a potential issue with pacemakers related to the heart's electrical activity?

What is the recommended patient positioning in cases of pacemaker failure to capture?

Which ECG tracing displays a ventricular-only pacemaker?

Post-pacemaker implantation, which finding warrants immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?

Which activity restriction is typically advised after pacemaker implantation?

Which device generally requires caution when used by a patient with a pacemaker?

Which device poses a potential risk to pacemaker function and requires careful consideration?

What should a patient with a pacemaker do if they experience lightheadedness near an electromagnetic device?