Cardiology - Group 7 | Medical Hub

1. A 51-year-old male with atrial fibrillation, BP 80/60, ventricular rate 160, acute distress. First step?

A) Cardiovert the patient with a direct current (DC) B) Adenosine C) Amiodarone D) Digoxin

2. A 44-year-old male with palpitations after heavy drinking, BP 120/80, ventricular rate 160, AF with rapid response. Treatment?

A) Treat the patient with IV verapamil B) Cardioversion C) Digoxin D) Amiodarone

3. Recommended treatment for PSVT with hemodynamic compromise?

A) IV adenosine B) Verapamil C) Digoxin D) Beta-blocker

4. A 65-year-old female with cyanotic SOB, chest pain, post-hip replacement, decreased breath sounds. Most likely?

A) Acute pulmonary embolism B) Pneumonia C) Pneumothorax D) Heart failure

5. Which blood gas combination occurs most commonly in PE?

A) Decreased PO2 and decreased PCO2 B) Decreased PO2 and increased PCO2 C) Normal PO2 and normal PCO2 D) Increased PO2 and decreased PCO2