Amiodarone Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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MOA
A
Primarily works to prolong the cardiac action potential to revert tachyarrhythmias to a normal rhythm
2
Q
Indication
A
Atrial Fibrillation
Supraventricular tachycardia
Ventricular arrhythmias
3
Q
Side Effects
A
CNS toxicity
Pulmonary toxicity
Potential to worsen arrhythmia
4
Q
Nursing Consideration
A
Administration require close medical and nursing supervision
Close monitoring of vital signs, ECG, Electrolyte levels and chest x-rays
