23rd July 2020

You are called to see a 74-year-old gentleman who had PCI for an inferior myocardial infarction four days previously

You are called to see a 74-year-old gentleman who had PCI for an inferior myocardial infarction four days previously. He has felt fine up until this morning where he developed some breathlessness. Echocardiogram showed reduced left ventricular filling, and he is becoming increasingly symptomatic. The consultant prepares to perform a pericardiocentesis to confirm and treat suspected cardiac tamponade. What drug may be useful to prescribe in this situation?

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