04-29-2009, 08:39 AM
A 50-year-old black male with a 10-year history of hypertension is brought to the hospital. ECG
shows a polymorphic ventricular tachycardia characterized by QRS complexes that change in
amplitude and electrical polarity appearing to "twist" around the isoelectric line. A prolonged
QT interval and U waves are present. Which of the following cardiovascular drugs may cause
the above syndrome?
A. Quinidine
B. Procainamide
C. Disopyramide
D. Sotalol
E. All are correct
shows a polymorphic ventricular tachycardia characterized by QRS complexes that change in
amplitude and electrical polarity appearing to "twist" around the isoelectric line. A prolonged
QT interval and U waves are present. Which of the following cardiovascular drugs may cause
the above syndrome?
A. Quinidine
B. Procainamide
C. Disopyramide
D. Sotalol
E. All are correct