1.01 Atrial Fibrillation Part 1

In this episode, we discuss terminology, rate control, and rhythm control for atrial fibrillation (AF). What distinguishes subclinical, paroxysmal, persistent, long-standing persistent, and permanent AF? What should you do if AF with rapid ventricular response (RVR) occurs in septic shock, when you may already be dependent on vasopressors? What factors favor rhythm control vs rate control? Which rhythm control agents can be given to patients with HF without CAD, patients with CAD without HF, patients with CAD and HF, and patients with neither HF nor CAD? How are the QT interval and QRS duration affected by class Ia, Ib, and Ic antiarrhythmics? What is reverse use-dependence and use-dependence? What are the hallmarks of digoxin toxicity, and when are digoxin-specific antibody (Fab) fragments indicated? Tune in for answers to these questions.

Difficulty Level: Easy

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