6th March 2024

A 66-year-old female is referred to the cardiology clinic with a background of NSTEMI and paroxysmal AF which has responded to cardioversion in the past.

A 66-year-old female is referred to the cardiology clinic with a background of NSTEMI and paroxysmal AF which has responded to cardioversion in the past. Her presenting complaint is of palpitations that have become increasingly more frequent over the last few weeks. She remains clinically well with haemodynamic parameters within range. You plan to book her in for elective cardioversion next month. What should you start her on in the interim?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.