What Are TheTreatment Guidelines For Atrial Fibrillation?

 


What Are The Treatment Guidelines For Atrial Fibrillation?

 

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the commonly diagnosed cardiac arrhythmias that occurs due to the structural and electrophysiological irregularities in the atrial tissues.

Unlike patients with normal sinus rhythm, atrial fibrillation can cause the atria to contract rapidly, at nearly 400 to 600 beats per minute, resulting in abnormal heart rhythm.

This can affect the ability of the heart to pump blood leading to the pooling of blood in both the atria. The pooling of blood, in turn, can put the patients at a higher risk of systemic embolism and stroke.

Hence, there is a need to be aware of the most effective treatment strategies for patients with AF in order to prevent these life-threatening complications.

Medical guidelines recommend for the management of AF requires the physicians and nurses to address several concerns including:

How do I control arrhythmias and regulate heart rhythm?

The primary aim of the treatment of AF is to regulate the heart rhythm to prevent arrhythmias and related complications.Maintaining the normal rate and rhythm of heartbeats would help to reduce the risk of stroke, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and other life-threatening consequences linked to AF.

How will I prevent cerebrovascular stroke?

Depending on the specific risk factors, healthcare practitioners have to assess the need of antithrombotic medications like warfarin or DOACs like dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, or edoxaban.

In some cases, patients may be prescribed aspirin to be used on a regular basis to prevent the risk of developing abnormal clots that can lead to stroke or myocardial infarction.

Does the patient need anticoagulant therapy?

The need for temporary or long-term anticoagulant therapy needs to be evaluated based on the risk factors such as:

·         Age (75 or more)

·         Sex (female)

·         History of stroke

·         Hypertension

·         Congestive heart failure

·         Diabetes

·         Vascular diseases like a heart attack, peripheral artery diseases, and aortic plaque

The presence of multiple risk factors may necessitate the inclusion of anticoagulation therapy in the treatment of AF.

You can learn more about the treatment guidelines for atrial fibrillation by attending “5 NURSING CONTACT HOURS WILL BE AWARDED FOR CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING WEBINAR” on 8th October 2020 from 3 pm to 8 pm. 

This seminar is being conducted by ATECAM LLC that is the approved provider of NCPD (Nursing Continuing Professional Development) by the State Nurses Association Approver Unit in Pennsylvania.

The webinar is aimed at educating nurses about the management of cardiovascular disorders by providing an overview of the implications of congestive heart failure and AF. You will also learn the diagnostic workup, integrative approaches, and management strategies for patients with cardiovascular disorders.

The webinar also includes discussion on the management of systolic vs. systolic heart failure, and the role of complementary therapy and aromatherapy in nursing care.

Join the webinar to keep yourself updated about the latest guidelines and treatment methods for the management of cardiovascular disorders.

 

 

 



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