Nursing Interventions
A patient in AFib is experiencing palpitations and fatigue. What is the priority nursing action?
monitor vital signs
TRUE or FALSE
Some patients in Afib experience no symptoms until a routine check up.
TRUE
TRUE or FALSE
Beta blockers are used to treat Afib?
true
Beta blockers help control heart rate in Afib, helping reduce the risk of complications like heart failure
How many minutes of exercise should a person get daily to help improve heart health due to afib?
30-60 minutes
A patient in AFib is being considered for catheter ablation. What is the nurses role in this process?
Explain the risk and benefits
When Afib is present name a sign and symptom that is present
chest pain
fatigue
dizziness
anxiety
shortness of breath
What med is usually used to control ventricular rate?
Beta blockers
Which medication is used to slow down the heart rate?
beta blockers
What is the primary goal of treatment for Atrial Fibrillation?
To prevent thromboembolic events (blood clots)
What is a common sign of Afib?
palpitations
A patient with atrial fibrillation asks why they need anticoagulant therapy. What is the best response?
It Prevents blood clots from forming.
Which type of cardioversion therapy uses the method of sending electric shocks to the heart through paddles or patches on the chest
Electrical cardioversion
A patient with Afib has a history of stroke.What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis?
Risk for decreased cardiac output
In Afib, what is a key sign of a blood clot?
sudden leg swelling
What med is commonly prescribed for rate control in AFib?
metoprolol
What type of mechanical device is placed into a patient's chest to monitor heart rhythm
A pacemaker
In a patient with Afib, which lab test is essential to monitor while on Anticoagulant therapy?
INR
What is a common sign of a rapid ventricular response in Afib?
tachycardia
A patient with AFib is prescribed
Warfarin, what is the most important nursing consideration?
assess or signs of bleeding
Which surgery destroys the tissue that is causing the arrhythmia
Catheter ablation