Question

A 59-year-old with newly diagnosed AF and RVR (HR 140), BP 126/78, no HF. Best initial rate control?

Accepted Answer

Diltiazem IV for rate control

Answer

Amiodarone IV for rhythm control first-line

Answer

Digoxin alone as first-line

Answer

Synchronized cardioversion immediately

Answer

Verapamil PO in the ED

Practice question

A 59-year-old with newly diagnosed AF and RVR (HR 140), BP 126/78, no HF. Best initial rate control?