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CSC Cardiac Nursing Subspecialty

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A patient who has mitral stenosis complains of dizziness, light headedness, and palpitations. The nurse record an EKG which shows an absence of P waves and an irregular R-R interval. Which of these drugs may be used in the treatment of this patient?

Beta agonist, clopidogrel, nitrates
Beta agonist, nitrates, nicorandil
Beta blockers, clopidogrel, ranolazine
Beta blockers, warfarin, digitalis

Explanation

Answer: D - Drugs used to treat atrial fibrillation include beta-adrenergic blockers. warfarin, and digitalis. Other drugs that can be used include aspirin, anti-dysrhythmic agents, and calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine, amlodipine, verapamil, and diltiazem.

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