Review Note

Last Update: 02/05/2025 08:20 AM

Current Deck: BPT QC

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A 54 year old man presents with sudden onset palpitations and is found to be in atrial fibrillation. The decision is made to attempt pharmacological cardioversion. He is prescribed flecainide and metoprolol.

What is the purpose of metoprolol?

A. Prevents 1:1 conduction if atrial flutter occurs

B. Reduce myocardial ischemia if coronary artery disease is present

C. Reduces sympathomimetic complications of flecainide (eg/ tremor)

D. Reduces the risk of flecainide induced ventricular arrhythmias

E. Synergistically increase the chance of reversion to sinus rhythm

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D. Reduces the risk of flecainide induced ventricular arrhythmias

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#Cardiology #RACP

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