Isoptin (Verapamil) Drug Information Quiz
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What is the classification of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

  • Anticoagulant
  • Antiarrhythmic
  • Diuretic
  • Calcium Channel Blocker (correct)

    • What is the primary indication for using Isoptin (Verapamil)?

  • Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Hypertension
  • Narrow Complex Tachycardia not responsive to Adenosine (correct)
  • Atrial Fibrillation

    • What is the recommended adult dosage for Isoptin (Verapamil) IV administration?

  • 10 - 20 mg IVP slow over 2 minutes (3 minutes in older patients), repeat 15 - 30 mg slow every 15 to 30 minutes, max dose 60 mg
  • 5 - 10 mg IVP slow over 2 minutes (3 minutes in older patients), repeat 10 - 20 mg slow every 15 to 30 minutes, max dose 40 mg
  • There is no recommended adult dosage for Isoptin (Verapamil) IV administration
  • 2.5 - 5 mg IVP slow over 2 minutes (3 minutes in older patients), repeat 5 - 10 mg slow every 15 to 30 minutes, max dose 20 mg (correct)

    • Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White or Lown-Ganong-Levine syndromes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Blocks the slow calcium channels which affect the SA/AV node, decreasing atrial automaticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse reaction associated with the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Congestive heart failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended total dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) that can be administered intravenously?

    <p>20 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) affect the SA and AV nodes?

    <p>It depresses their function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is Isoptin (Verapamil) primarily used to control?

    <p>Atrial fibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition may be exacerbated by Isoptin (Verapamil) in patients with severe Left Ventricular Dysfunction?

    <p>Congestive Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil) due to speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of heart block is Isoptin (Verapamil) contraindicated?

    <p>Second-degree heart block</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) affect atrial automaticity?

    <p>Decreases it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for using Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Atrial Fibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil) due to speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) affect atrial automaticity?

    <p>Decreases it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse reaction associated with the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arrhythmias may benefit from Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended intravenous dosing interval for Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>Every 15-30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse reaction associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) exert its effects on cardiac conduction?

    <p>By blocking slow calcium channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action mechanism of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Slows conduction through the AV node pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Sick sinus syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the possible adverse reactions associated with Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>AV block</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following patients may Isoptin (Verapamil) exacerbate Congestive Heart Failure?

    <p>Patients with Left Ventricular Dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosing interval for repeat IV administration of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>Every 30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosing interval for repeat IV administration of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>Every 30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cardiac syndromes are contraindications for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil) due to speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Isoptin (Verapamil) have on the SA and AV nodes?

    <p>Slows down conduction through them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition may be exacerbated by Isoptin (Verapamil) in patients with severe Left Ventricular Dysfunction?

    <p>Congestive Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential adverse reactions associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Hypotension, Heart Block, Bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which Isoptin (Verapamil) exerts its effects?

    <p>It blocks the slow calcium channels in the SA/AV nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arrhythmias is not an indication for Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wide complex tachycardia of unknown type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended total intravenous dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>20 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following patient populations should be monitored closely when administering Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended initial intravenous dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>2.5 mg over 2 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>It blocks the slow calcium channels, affecting SA and AV node conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arrhythmias is not an indication for Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Ventricular tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following syndromes is a contraindication for Isoptin (Verapamil) due to the risk of speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended total intravenous dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>20 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following adverse reactions is associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for using Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Narrow complex tachycardia not responsive to adenosine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) affect atrial automaticity?

    <p>Decreases atrial automaticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following patients may Isoptin (Verapamil) exacerbate Congestive Heart Failure?

    <p>Patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended total intravenous dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) in adults?

    <p>20 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for using Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Narrow complex tachycardia not responsive to Adenosine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of heart block is Isoptin (Verapamil) contraindicated?

    <p>Third-degree heart block without a pacemaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil) due to the risk of speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Both Wolff-Parkinson-White and Lown-Ganong-Levine syndromes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition may be exacerbated by Isoptin (Verapamil) in patients with severe Left Ventricular Dysfunction?

    <p>Congestive Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse reaction associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tachycardia is Isoptin (Verapamil) primarily used to control?

    <p>Narrow complex tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Slows conduction through the AV node pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cardiac syndromes is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adverse reaction is associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which patients may Isoptin (Verapamil) exacerbate Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)?

    <p>Patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary classification of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Calcium Channel Blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tachycardia is Isoptin (Verapamil) primarily used to control?

    <p>Narrow Complex Tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Sick Sinus Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Isoptin (Verapamil) affect the SA and AV nodes?

    <p>It depresses the SA and AV nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition may be exacerbated by Isoptin (Verapamil) in patients with severe Left Ventricular Dysfunction?

    <p>Congestive Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended initial intravenous dose of Isoptin (Verapamil) for adults?

    <p>$2.5 - 5\ \text{mg}$ IVP over 2 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arrhythmias is not an indication for Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Wide complex tachycardia of unknown type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome is a contraindication for Isoptin (Verapamil) due to the risk of speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Blocks slow calcium channels affecting SA/AV nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse reaction associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential adverse reaction associated with Isoptin (Verapamil) administration?

    <p>Severe hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome is considered a contraindication for using Isoptin (Verapamil) due to the risk of speeding up accessory pathway conduction?

    <p>Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action mechanism is attributed to Isoptin (Verapamil)?

    <p>Blocks slow calcium channels at the SA/AV node</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of heart block is the use of Isoptin (Verapamil) contraindicated?

    <p>Third-degree heart block</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cardiac condition may be exacerbated by Isoptin (Verapamil) in patients with severe Left Ventricular Dysfunction?

    <p>Congestive Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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