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Which antidysrhythmic agent also dilates coronary arteries, and is frequently used to treat angina?
 
  1. Verapamil (Calan)
  2. Amiodarone (Cordarone)
  3. Procainamide (Pronestyl)
  4. Lidocaine (Xylocaine)

Question 2

Which of the following drugs is the primary agent for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT)?
 
  1. Flecainide (Tambocor)
  2. Adenosine (Adenocard)
  3. Lidocaine (Xylocaine)
  4. Procainamide (Pronestyl)



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that is often used to treat angina by dilating coronary arteries.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Adenosine is the drug of choice for PSVT. Procainamide may be used for supraventricular dysrhythmias, but is not the primary drug for PSVT. Lidocaine and flecainide are indicated for ventricular dysrhythmias.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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