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Case Study 46

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    A 68 year old man presents to the emergency room complaining of multiple episodes of fainting since he woke up today. His fainting mainly occurs when he stands up. He has a history of coronary artery disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension. He takes atenolol, metformin, lovastatin and lisinopril. On physical examination, his blood pressure is 120/75, pulse is 55/min. and irregular, heart sounds are normal and lungs are clear on auscultation. ECG shows dropped beat after progressive lengthening of the PR interval.

    What is the most likely initial diagnosis?

    A- Atrial flutter

    B- Atrial fibrillation

    C- Type 1 second degree atrioventricular block ( Mobitz 1)

    D- Type 2 second degree atrioventricular block ( Mobitz 2)

    E- Third degree atrioventricular block

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