Patients with chronic atrial fibrillation

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A 68-year-old white female presents to the ED with palpitations that started several hours ago. On physical examination she has an irregular heart beat with a rate of 75 to 90 bpm and a thready pulse. ECG shows atrial fibrillation. Her past medical history is significant for Type 2 diabetes diagnosed 10 years ago and a cholecystectomy last year. What therapy improves survival in patients with chronic atrial fibrillation? A 68-year-old white female presents to the ED with palpitations that started several hours ago. On physical examination she has an irregular heart beat with a rate of 75 to 90 bpm and a thready pulse. ECG shows atrial fibrillation. Her past medical history is significant for Type 2 diabetes diagnosed 10 years ago and a cholecystectomy last year. What therapy improves survival in patients with chronic atrial fibrillation? Electrical cardiversion Rate control with nodal blocking agents Pharmacologic cardioversion Rhythm control with amiodarone.

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