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VOL. 4, ISSUE 1 (2022)
Overview of nurses’ role in management of patient with atrial fibrillation
Authors
Ahmed Lateef Alkhaqani
Abstract
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common cardiac arrhythmia; it is not considered a benign arrhythmia. It leads to decreased quality of life, a high risk of developing thromboembolism, and an increased mortality rate. Although overall mortality increased by 90 %, many health professionals did not consider atrial fibrillation to be a modifiable cardiovascular risk factor. Nurses can make a significant contribution to detecting and managing these increasingly common diseases. AF is mainly developed among elderly people, and many of them are treated by nursing staff. In addition, many nurses' numerous diseases, conditions, and risk factors cause or contribute to AF, including cardiac and metabolic disorders, specific surgical procedures, diet, and lifestyle. Since most episodes are symptomatic, nurses should consider any patient with an irregular pulse with AF and direct suspected cases to electrocardiograms. Management of AF aims to reduce symptoms and prevent complications with antithrombosis, cardiovascular stimulation, anti-arrhythmia therapy. Nursing care, provided to patients and their families facing the re-establishment and maintenance of these subjects' biological and psychosocial aspects, helps personalize care, reduce harm from AF, and improve clinical management and prognosis.
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Pages:15-19
How to cite this article:
Ahmed Lateef Alkhaqani "Overview of nurses’ role in management of patient with atrial fibrillation ". International Journal of Nursing and Health Research, Vol 4, Issue 1, 2022, Pages 15-19
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