Heart drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What is done for sinus tachycardia?
A
Treat the cause. Administer beta blockers, or ablation.
2
Q
What is lidocaine used for?
A
It is a class 1B drug used for PVC’s, VT, and VF.
3
Q
What is amiodarone used for?
A
It is a class 3 drug used to treat AFIB, SVT, and life threatening ventricular dysrhythmias.
4
Q
What is atropine used to treat? What else would you use for this issue?
A
Bradycardia. Pacing and epi, dopamine
