Atrial Fibrillation 0.0 / 5 ? OthernursingOtherAll boards Created by: evepoagCreated on: 19-05-22 14:06 What is Atrial Fibrillation? It is a tachydysrhythmia characterised by chaotic, electrical activity from the atria 1 of 11 What is the science behind AF? There are multiple waves from the atria competing and they overwhelm the the AV node This results in irregular conduction down Bundle of His, reducing cardiac output 2 of 11 What are the 3P's of AF? Paroxysmal AF Persistent AF Permanent AF 3 of 11 What is paroxysmal AF? it comes and goes on its own, lasts up to 7 days 4 of 11 What is persistent AF? lasts longer than 7 days, requires ongoing treatment lasts up to a year 5 of 11 What is permanent AF? lasts longer than a year medications and cardiofversions cannot return heart to sinus 6 of 11 What are the causes of AF? heart disease coronary artery disease myocardial infarction heart failure respiratory disease thyroid disease sepsis 7 of 11 What are the symptoms of AF? palpitations irregular heartbeat chest discomfort/pain SOB lightheadedness fatigue 8 of 11 What are the 5 treatment options for AF? 1. anticoagulation to prevent blood clots 2. medication to control heart rate and heart rhythm 3. cardioversion 4. catheter ablation 5. pacemaker 9 of 11 Can AF be asymptomatic? Yes, this is called 'silent' AF 10 of 11 What does AF significantly increase your chance of? stroke 11 of 11
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