Table 4.

General guidelines

Screen for contraindications

ECG rhythm and baseline HR

Assess renal function

Instructions and education

Proper placement of ECG leads

Administer β Blockers: Individualize Oral 50–100 mg one hour before procedure IV-5 mg metoprolol prior to scan and practice breath holding Monitor HR during breath hold IV Metoprolol 5 mg q5 min x5 doses to target HR Calcium channel blocker if β-Blockers CI

Premedicate with S/L 0.4–0.8 mg NTG

Scan the patient