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It is determined that the best course of therapy for a 65-year-old male with repeated bouts of atrial fibrillation is rate control therapy. Administration of which of the following is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D. Metoprolol
Rate control and rhythm control are generally the two methods for managing atrial fibrillation. For this patient, it was determined that rate control is preferred. Beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers are the two main classes of drugs used for rate control. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker that is frequently used. The other agents are different classes of drugs. It is also important to start anticoagulation for patients with atrial fibrillation.
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Category: PharmacologyIt is determined that the best course of therapy for a 65-year-old male with repeated bouts of atrial fibrillation is rate control therapy. Administration of which of the following is most appropriate?
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