Question

A 74-year-old man presents with sudden onset palpitations and an irregularly irregular pulse. ECG confirms new-onset atrial fibrillation. He is haemodynamically stable. According to NICE AF guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management for rate control?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blocker

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Amiodarone

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Verapamil and beta-blocker combination

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Digoxin monotherapy

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Ablation therapy

Practice question

A 74-year-old man presents with sudden onset palpitations and an irregularly irregular pulse. ECG confirms new-onset atrial fibrillation. He is haemodynamically stable. According to NICE AF guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management for rate control?