What is arrhythmia PPT?
DEFINITION • Arrhythmias are deviations from normal heartbeat pattern. They include abnormalities of impulse formation,such as heart rate,rhythm,or site of impulse origin and conduction disturbances,which disrupt the normal sequence of atrial and ventricular activation. NORMAL ELECTRICAL ACTIVITY IN THE HEART.
Which drug is an antiarrhythmic?
Antiarrhythmic drugs
- amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone)
- flecainide (Tambocor)
- ibutilide (Corvert), which can only be given through IV.
- lidocaine (Xylocaine), which can only be given through IV.
- procainamide (Procan, Procanbid)
- propafenone (Rythmol)
- quinidine (many brand names)
- tocainide (Tonocarid)
Is Norvasc an antiarrhythmic?
Calcium channel blockers are for long-term use. Examples of common calcium channel blockers include: amlodipine (Norvasc) diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac)
Which arrhythmia is the most serious?
These Are the Most Common Types of Arrhythmia. Arrhythmias that start in the ventricles are more dangerous. In ventricular fibrillation, if the heart isn’t getting enough oxygenperhaps because a heart attack or heart failure has cut off the supplythe lower chambers can start quivering instead of beating regularly.
Which are life-threatening arrhythmias?
Are You Living With a life threatening Arrhythmia? Heart Arrhythmia. As mentioned, there are many different types of arrhythmias, each with their own symptoms and complications. Risk Factors. Many things increase your risk for arrhythmia, including your age and gender. Signs and Symptoms. Arrhythmia Prevention.
What are the most common types of arrhythmia?
When the heart beats faster than normal, it is called tachycardia. When the heart beats too slowly, it is called bradycardia. The most common type of arrhythmia is atrial fibrillation, which causes an irregular and fast heart beat.
