Which statement is true regarding the antidysrhythmic agent ...

[mikaylakyoung]

Which statement is true regarding the antidysrhythmic agent adenosine (Adenocard)?
 
  a. It is synthesized from petroleum products.
  b. It is created through recombinant DNA.
  c. It is extracted from plants.
  d. It is a naturally occurring chemical in the body.

Question 2

Amiodarone is contraindicated for patients with which condition?
 
  a. Pulmonary edema
  b. Severe sinus node dysfunction causing bradycardia
  c. Atrial fibrillation
  d. Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs)

[TINA]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Adenosine is a naturally occurring chemical found in every cell within the body. Adenosine is not synthesized from petroleum products, is not created through recombinant DNA, and is not extracted from plants.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Amiodarone is contraindicated for patients with severe sinus node dysfunction that causes sinus bradycardia, with second and third degree AV block, and when episodes of bradycardia have caused syncope (except in the presence of a pacemaker). Pulmonary edema is not a contraindication for amiodarone. Atrial fibrillation is an indication for the use of amiodarone. Premature ventricular contractions are not a contraindication for amiodarone, but the medication is not indicated for the treatment of PVCs.

[mikaylakyoung]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[phuda]

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