Classifying Atrial Fibrillation (AF)

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary distinction between paroxysmal and persistent AF?

  • The patient's age at diagnosis.
  • The presence of structural heart disease.
  • The presence of comorbidities.
  • The duration of the AF episode. (correct)

What is the goal of rate control in atrial flutter treatment?

  • To reduce symptoms until sinus rhythm is restored. (correct)
  • To restore sinus rhythm immediately.
  • To eliminate the need for cardioversion.
  • To prevent future episodes of atrial flutter.

Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia?

  • Direct current cardioversion
  • IV Adenosine
  • Warfarin therapy (correct)
  • Catheter ablation

What is the primary indication for implantable cardioverter defibrillator therapy?

<p>Patients at high risk of cardiac arrest (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between lone AF and other types of AF?

<p>The heart is structurally normal and has a normal clinical examination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in managing ventricular tachycardia?

<p>Cardiac resuscitation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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