Atrial Fibrillation Patient Education Pdf

  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: The ESC Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine European Society of Cardiology, 2009-08-27 Following the structure and format of the ESC core syllabus, this text introduces key concepts in the field of cardiovascular medicine.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Understanding Atrial Fibrillation Peter Spector, 2019-08-05 A new guide to the mechanisms and principles behind the world’s most common abnormal heart rhythm Affecting 30 million or more people across the globe, atrial fibrillation is one of the most prevalent – and yet misapprehended – issues facing modern cardiology. Its potential causes and optimal treatment strategies are matters of some conjecture in the medical community, where ongoing research has yielded findings that can prove challenging to those not familiar with the complex physiology at the root of the condition. Recognizing these concerns, distinguished electrophysiologist Peter Spector has designed Understanding Atrial Fibrillation as a means by which to equip clinicians with the data and analytic tools needed to develop a better grasp of this arrhythmia’s full nature. The book begins by providing a detailed explanation of atrial fibrillation’s causal mechanisms and builds its exploration from there. Working toward an up-to-date knowledge of the mapping and ablation of atrial fibrillation, its chapters assess the experimental data that has shaped current thoughts on the condition and then outline the best methods with which to interpret that rich but potentially difficult information. This revelatory new guide: Explores hypotheses of multiple drivers and mechanisms co-existing in individual patients Addresses common misperceptions and inaccurate views about atrial fibrillation Describes the basic physiology of atrial fibrillation’s propagation and reentry Explores the various mechanisms and higher-order dynamics of fibrillation Discusses how to intervene and alter atrial physiology to prevent fibrillation Understanding Atrial Fibrillation is truly an invaluable resource for physicians, fellows, residents, electrophysiology lab staff, and all other practitioners involved in the diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation Etienne Aliot, 2011-08-31 Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation Edited by Etienne Aliot, MD, FESC, FACC, FHRS Chief of Cardiology, Hôpital Central, University of Nancy, France Michel Haïssaguerre, MD Chief of Electrophysiology, Hôpital Cardiologique du Haut-Lévêque, France Warren M. Jackman, MD Chief of Electrophysiology, University of Oklahoma Health Science Center, USA In this text, internationally recognized authors explore and explain the advances in basic and clinical electrophysiology that have had the greatest impact on catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF). Designed to assist in patient care, stimulate research projects, and continue the remarkable advances in catheter ablation of AF, the book covers: the fundamental concepts of AF, origin of signals, computer simulation, and updated reviews of ablation tools the present practical approaches to the ablation of specific targets in the fibrillating atria, including pulmonary veins, atrial neural network, fragmented electrograms, and linear lesions, as well as the strategies in paroxysmal or chronic AF or facing left atrial tachycardias the special challenge of heart failure patients, the impact of ablation on mortality, atrial mechanical function, and lessons from surgical AF ablation Richly illustrated by numerous high-quality images, Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation will help every member of the patient care team.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Design for how People Learn Julie Dirksen, 2011 Products, technologies, and workplaces change so quickly today that everyone is continually learning. Many of us are also teaching, even when it's not in our job descriptions. Whether it's giving a presentation, writing documentation, or creating a website or blog, we need and want to share our knowledge with other people. But if you've ever fallen asleep over a boring textbook, or fast-forwarded through a tedious e-learning exercise, you know that creating a great learning experience is harder than it seems. In Design For How People Learn, you'll discover how to use the key principles behind learning, memory, and attention to create materials that enable your audience to both gain and retain the knowledge and skills you're sharing. Using accessible visual metaphors and concrete methods and examples, Design For How People Learn will teach you how to leverage the fundamental concepts of instructional design both to improve your own learning and to engage your audience.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Cardiology Explained Euan A. Ashley, Euan Ashley, Josef Niebauer, 2004 One of the most time-consuming tasks in clinical medicine is seeking the opinions of specialist colleagues. There is a pressure not only to make referrals appropriate but also to summarize the case in the language of the specialist. This book explains basic physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms of cardiovascular disease in a straightforward manner, gives guidelines as to when referral is appropriate, and, uniquely, explains what the specialist is likely to do. It is ideal for any hospital doctor, generalist, or even senior medical student who may need a cardiology opinion, or for that ma.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Pharmacotherapy Handbook Barbara G. Wells, 2005 BONE AND JOINT DISORDERS Edited by Terry L. Schwinghammer 1. Gout and Hyperuricemia 2. Osteoarthritis 3. Osteoporosis 4. Rheumatoid Arthritis CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS Edited by Terry L. Schwinghammer 5. Arrhythmias 6. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 7. Heart Failure 8. Hyperlipidemia 9.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Chalk Talks in Internal Medicine Somnath Mookherjee, Lauren A. Beste, Jared W. Klein, Jennifer Wright, 2020-09-30 This book provides teaching scripts for medical educators in internal medicine and coaches them in creating their own teaching scripts. Every year, thousands of attending internists are asked to train the next generation of physicians to master a growing body of knowledge. Formal teaching time has become increasingly limited due to rising clinical workload, medical documentation requirements, duty hour restrictions, and other time pressures. In addition, today’s physicians-in-training expect teaching sessions that deliver focused, evidence-based content that is integrated into clinical workflow. In keeping with both time pressures and trainee expectations, academic internists must be prepared to effectively and efficiently teach important diagnostic and management concepts. A teaching script is a methodical and structured plan that aids in effective teaching. The teaching scripts in this book anticipate learners’ misconceptions, highlight a limited number of teaching points, provide evidence to support the teaching points, use strategies to engage the learners, and provide a cognitive scaffold for teaching the topic that the teacher can refine over time. All divisions of internal medicine (e.g. cardiology, rheumatology, and gastroenterology) are covered and a section on undifferentiated symptom-based presentations (e.g. fatigue, fever, and unintentional weight loss) is included. This book provides well-constructed teaching scripts for commonly encountered clinical scenarios, is authored by experienced academic internists and allows the reader to either implement them directly or modify them for their own use. Each teaching script is designed to be taught in 10-15 minutes, but can be easily adjusted by the reader for longer or shorter talks. Teaching Scripts in Internal Medicine is an ideal tool for internal medicine attending physicians and trainees, as well as physician’s assistants, nurse practitioners, and all others who teach and learn internal medicine.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: A Patient's Guide to Heart Rhythm Problems Todd J. Cohen, 2010-11-15 A Library Journal Best Consumer Health Book of 2010 Heart rhythm problems can be a matter of life or death. In this easy-to-read guide, Dr. Todd Cohen provides comprehensive information to help people with heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) get an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Dr. Cohen tells readers what they need to know about palpitations, rapid heart rhythms (tachycardias), slow heart rhythms (bradycardias), cardiac arrest, and other conditions related to irregular heartbeats. With the goal of informing and empowering heart patients, Dr. Cohen describes the heart's basic function, the various conditions associated with arrhythmia, and recommended courses of treatment. He discusses such procedures as tilt table testing, electrophysiology studies, catheter ablation, and device implantation (including cardiac monitors, pacemakers, defibrillators, and biventricular devices); explains the essentials of CPR and the use of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs); and presents the latest guidelines from the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association, and the Heart Rhythm Society. A Patient's Guide to Heart Rhythm Problems will help readers understand • how the heart works and what can go wrong • the tests and other diagnostic procedures they may undergo • how their doctor reaches a diagnosis • what their diagnosis means • how their doctor might treat the problem • when medication alone is sufficient treatment • when pacemaker, defibrillator, or biventricular therapy is appropriate • how to get the best possible medical care—in and out of the hospital Endorsed by the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, this essential resource features tables highlighting key information, as well as patient narratives that provide personal insight into arrhythmia tests, treatments, and technologies.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Restart Your Heart Aseem Desai, 2020-09-01 Amazon Best Seller in Heart Disease​ Compelling, expert advice on how to live fearlessly with atrial fibrillation AFib patients, their family, friends, and caregivers are often misinformed about the latest research, advancements, and treatments. In this life-changing book, renowned cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. Aseem Desai diminishes the worry and confusion that come with an AFib diagnosis by presenting you with the latest medical information in a concise and positive way. Dr. Desai has made it his mission to significantly improve the lives of those diagnosed with AFib and to offer hope and encouragement to patients and their loved ones. Filled with innovative knowledge and vivid illustrations, Restart Your Heart will empower and inspire you by providing straightforward answers and options to deal with this complex disease. In this comprehensive guide to living your best life with AFib, you will: • Be Informed about what AFib is, why it happens, and simple steps to take after being diagnosed. • Be Prepared to deal with the diagnosis and condition on mental and emotional levels, and create a toolbox for resilience in challenging times. • Be in Control by gaining crucial knowledge about trigger and risk factor modifications, the latest treatment options, and how to monitor the disease for progression or recurrence. Restart Your Heart delivers cutting-edge information, options, and solutions that will afford you a newfound sense of comfort, confidence, and control.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Incorporating the Internet of Things in Healthcare Applications and Wearable Devices Pankajavalli, P. B., Karthick, G. S., 2019-10-11 The internet of things (IoT) has had a major impact on academic and industrial fields. Applying these technologies to healthcare systems reduces medical costs while enriching the patient-centric approach to medicine, allowing for better overall healthcare proficiency. However, usage of IoT in healthcare is still suffering from significant challenges with respect to the cost and accuracy of medical sensors, non-standard IoT system architectures, assorted wearable devices, the huge volume of generated data, and interoperability issues. Incorporating the Internet of Things in Healthcare Applications and Wearable Devices is an essential publication that examines existing challenges and provides solutions for building smart healthcare systems with the latest IoT-enabled technology and addresses how IoT improves the proficiency of healthcare with respect to wireless sensor networks. While highlighting topics including mobility management, sensor integration, and data analytics, this book is ideally designed for computer scientists, bioinformatics analysts, doctors, nurses, hospital executives, medical students, IT specialists, software developers, computer engineers, industry professionals, academicians, researchers, and students seeking current research on how these emerging wireless technologies improve efficiency within the healthcare domain.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Outcome Assessment in Advanced Practice Nursing Ruth M. Kleinpell, 2004-01-15 This book provides up-to-date resources and examples of outcome measures, tools and methods that can be used by APNs in their quest to keep pace with new developments in the rapidly expanding field of outcome measurement. The chapter authors, recognized expert practitioners, offer invaluable insight into the process of conducting outcomes assessments in all APN practice, including the clinical nurse, nurse practitioner, certified registered nurse anesthetist and certified nurse midwife practice specialties. Detailed figures, tables, and examples of outcome studies from actual research in APN practice make this an essential resource for evaluating the true impact the advanced practice nurse has on the delivery and fulfillment of care.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: The ESC Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine A. John Camm, 2019
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Clinical Manual of Emergency Pediatrics Ellen F. Crain, Jeffrey C. Gershel, 2003 Now available in a compact 4 x 7 format, this portable reference covers the management of emergency conditions seen in pediatric patients. The Fourth Edition includes new sections on pediatric emergency radiology and sports injuries, plus expanded material on infectious diseases and environmental emergencies.. . very well written. . . more complete than traditional pocket books.. -Pediatric Emergency Care Review-review of the previous edition.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Atrial Fibrillation National Collaborating Centre for Chronic Conditions (Great Britain), 2006
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Beat Your A-Fib: The Essential Guide to Finding Your Cure Steve S. Ryan, 2012-03 Atrial fibrillation is emerging as the new epidemic in cardiovascular disease. This book helps patients research their best treatment options, steps through how to find the right doctor for their type of A-Fib and treatment goals, gives patients hope and empowers them to develop a plan for finding the A-Fib cure or best outcome.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Lone Atrial Fibrillation Towards a Cure Hans R. Larsen, 2015-12-07 Atrial fibrillation (AF) has been called the arrhythmia of the millennium. Millions of people suffer from lone atrial fibrillation (AF without underlying heart disease), and many don't even know they have it. There is no universally effective pharmacological treatment for lone atrial fibrillation (LAF) and relevant surgical procedures are expensive and not always successful. I experienced my first LAF episode in 1989 and fairly early on in my afib career I realized that if anyone was going to help me it would have to be myself. So I embarked on an intensive study to find out everything I could about LAF and to come up with effective ways of dealing with it. I perused several weighty tomes on cardiac arrhythmias, located and read over 600 peer-reviewed medical articles dealing with the subject and gained much valuable insight from the more than 15,000 postings on my web site bulletin board and the responses from hundreds of afibbers who participated in four major LAF surveys. The results of my research are presented in Lone Atrial Fibrillation: Towards a Cure. The book is a useful manual for novice and veteran afibber alike; it debunks the mystery, myths and confusion surrounding LAF by providing the facts about the disorder liberally interspersed with personal journeys of fellow afibbers. Lone Atrial Fibrillation: Towards a Cure clearly describes the mechanism and known and potential causes of LAF; it discusses and assesses the various medical treatment options, both drug-based and surgical, and also covers alternative ways of dealing with LAF. It delves into the vital importance of diet in controlling episode severity and provides a detailed 10-step plan for managing LAF. It is my sincere hope that the book will help instill a feeling of hope and solidarity in the reader. You are no longer alone in the battle with the beast.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: ECG Rounds Thomas S. Metkus (Jr.), 2013-10-16 Written to be the go-to resource for residents and students on cardiology rotation, ECG Rounds replicates the experience of having a master clinician rounding with you--skillfully linking ECG abnormalities to a particular case. The author presents a set of tracings, which when taken together, demonstrate most of the abnormalities that a generalist physician trainee should be familiar with. Each tracing is followed by clinical questions and fully explained answers designed to reinforce important electrocardiographic concepts. Rather than encouraging you to memorize endless facts, ECG Rounds focuses on practical interpretation based on reasoning and process. The design allows you to choose tracings by level of difficulty, teaching topic, or sequentially as presented in the book.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: The Medical Library Association Guide to Finding Out About Heart Disease Jeanette de Richmond, Terry Hoffman, 2013-10-10 Heart disease affects millions of people every year. The MLA Guide to Finding Out About Heart Disease organizes and offers evaluated print and online resources to help readers develop a collection or research specific medical options, incorporating important data and key concepts about risk factors and symptoms of heart disease.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease Emmanuel A. Andreadis, 2016-09-20 This book provides comprehensive analysis into individualized patient care, and applying evidence‐based medicine while integrating basic medical knowledge with applied medicine. The Editor and the contributors not only discuss important issues on hypertension management and its deleterious consequences if it is not well‐controlled, but also highlight the important signaling pathways involved in the pathogenesis of hypertensive heart disease and cardiac hypertrophy.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Current Emergency Diagnosis & Treatment John Mills, 1985
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: From Hypertension to Heart Failure Michael Böhm, John H. Laragh, Manfred Zehender, 2012-12-06 Arterial hypertension, coronary heart disease and heart fail ure are the commonest cardiovascular conditions to present in clinical practice. Over the past few years it has become in creasingly clear that they are closely and causally interrelated and that their relationship can have a significant bearing on prognosis. Epidemiological studies have shown that arterial hypertension is one of the most important risk factors for de veloping heart failure. Only one in four patients with hyper tension is adequately managed, and in 50% of cases, the hypertension has not been recognised or treated. Patients with pre-existing hypertension who go on to suffer an acute myocardial infarction have usually not previously had typi cal angina symptoms, the infarct territory is larger, life threatening arrhythmias are commoner and hence in-hospi tal mortality and long-term prognosis are markedly worse. The presence of raised blood pressure in the post-infarct phase doubles the risk of manifest heart failure. The close relationship between hypertension, coronary heart disease and heart failure makes the choice of therapeu tic strategy particularly important. Agents and classes of agents that have prognostic value in all three conditions should be considered first, as synergy might result in addi tional benefits. In such patients, this sort of therapeutic deci sion-making might have further advantages. The use of these agents may prevent complications which are not yet clinically obvious (such as heart failure).
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Stress Echocardiography Eugenio Picano, 2015-10-06 This sixth edition is enriched by over 300 figures, 150 tables and a video-companion collecting more than 100 cases also presented in the format of short movies and teaching cartoons. This extensively revised and enlarged edition of this long-seller documents the very significant advances made since the fifth (2009) edition and is entirely written by Eugenio Picano, a pioneer in the field sharing his lifetime experience with the help of an international panel of 50 contributors from 22 countries representing some of the best available knowledge and expertise in their respective field. In a societal and economic climate of increasing pressure for appropriate, justified and optimized imaging, stress echocardiography offers the great advantages of being radiation-free, relatively low cost, and with a staggering versatility: we can get more (information) with less (cost and risk). For a long time, the scope and application of stress echo remained focused on coronary artery disease. In the last ten years, it has exploded in its breadth and variety of applications. From a black-and-white, one-fits-all approach (wall motion by 2D-echo in the patient with known or suspected coronary artery disease) now we have moved on to a omnivorous, next-generation laboratory employing a variety of technologies (from M-Mode to 2D and pulsed, continuous, color and tissue Doppler, to lung ultrasound and real time 3D echo, 2D speckle tracking and myocardial contrast echo) on patients covering the entire spectrum of severity (from elite athletes to patients with end-stage heart failure) and ages (from children with congenital heart disease to the elderly with low-flow, low-gradient aortic stenosis).
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Ventricular Arrhythmias John M. Miller, 2008 Ventricular arrhythmias cause most cases of sudden cardiac death, which is the leading cause of death in the US. This issue reviews the causes of arrhythmias and the promising new drugs and devices to treat arrhythmias.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Capturing Social and Behavioral Domains and Measures in Electronic Health Records Institute of Medicine, Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice, Committee on the Recommended Social and Behavioral Domains and Measures for Electronic Health Records, 2015-01-08 Determinants of health - like physical activity levels and living conditions - have traditionally been the concern of public health and have not been linked closely to clinical practice. However, if standardized social and behavioral data can be incorporated into patient electronic health records (EHRs), those data can provide crucial information about factors that influence health and the effectiveness of treatment. Such information is useful for diagnosis, treatment choices, policy, health care system design, and innovations to improve health outcomes and reduce health care costs. Capturing Social and Behavioral Domains and Measures in Electronic Health Records: Phase 2 identifies domains and measures that capture the social determinants of health to inform the development of recommendations for the meaningful use of EHRs. This report is the second part of a two-part study. The Phase 1 report identified 17 domains for inclusion in EHRs. This report pinpoints 12 measures related to 11 of the initial domains and considers the implications of incorporating them into all EHRs. This book includes three chapters from the Phase 1 report in addition to the new Phase 2 material. Standardized use of EHRs that include social and behavioral domains could provide better patient care, improve population health, and enable more informative research. The recommendations of Capturing Social and Behavioral Domains and Measures in Electronic Health Records: Phase 2 will provide valuable information on which to base problem identification, clinical diagnoses, patient treatment, outcomes assessment, and population health measurement.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation Greg Flaker, 2018-05-24 Get a quick, expert overview of stroke risks among patients with treated and untreated atrial fibrillation, in addition to best practices for management and treatment of patients with atrial fibrillation to minimize stroke risks. This concise, clinically-focused resource by Dr. Greg Flaker consolidates today's available information on this timely topic into one convenient resource, making it an ideal, easy-to-digest reference for practicing and trainee cardiologists as well as general practitioners treating and monitoring these patients. - Covers a broad spectrum of management and treatment options for atrial fibrillation including anticoagulants, surgical and implanted devices. - Presents information on recent drug trials to keep you up to date with the latest developments. - Includes guidance on anticoagulation in special situations, such as cardioversion and ablation, in addition to atrial fibrillation treatment in patients with other medical conditions including cancer, major bleeding disorders, and renal or liver disease. - Chapter on Risk Stratification assists in identifying patients with a high risk of stroke and predicting treatment outcomes. - Chapter on The New Anticoagulation Clinic overviews best practices for patient education, compliance, follow-up monitoring, and quality assurance to aid in better patient outcomes.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Managing Anticoagulation Patients in the Hospital Michael Gulseth, 2007 The first guide to providing systematic anticoagulation care in inpatient settings, this new resource will be welcomed by all pharmacists who practice in or are developing, implementing and maintaining an inpatient anticoagulation service; a review of anticoagulant medications and case examples of issues commonly encountered. Each chapter contains tools, references, policies, competency exams, etc that are included on a companion CD-ROM.
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  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Short Stay Management of Atrial Fibrillation W. Frank Peacock, Carol L. Clark, 2016-07-26 This book provides a road map for the efficient and successful management of atrial fibrillation (AF) in the short stay unit. It describes the problem, defines the measures of successful treatment, elucidates interventions, and supplies the tools for achieving quality care. Organized in four parts, it covers the impact of AF on patient populations; the presentation and management of AF; the transition to the outpatient environment; and systems management. Topics include the economic consequences of AF; cardioversion and cardiac implantable electronic devices in AF management; education of the AF patient and discharge planning; and quality metrics in AF. The book also provides order sheets and process criteria with which institutions can successfully manage the AF patient in the short stay unit, thus optimizing patient outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiencies. Short Stay Management of Atrial Fibrillation is a valuable resource for cardiologists, emergency medicine physicians, electrophysiologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in AF management.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations for 2011, Part 2A, 111-2 Hearings , 2010
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Antithrombotic Therapy Richard C. Becker, Dan J. Fintel, David Green, 2010-12-31 Clinical application of antithrombotic therapy in both arterial disease (acute coronary syndromes, acute MI, peripheral arterial disease, valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation) and venous disease, (venous thromboembolic disease and pulmonary embolism). Results of major clinical trials and their implications for clinical practice.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations for 2011 United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, 2010
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Marlis Gonzalez-Fernandez, MD, PhD, Stephen Schaaf, MD, 2021-08-30 Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is a concise but broad reference dedicated to the day-to-day needs of those in physiatric practice, including trainees and other clinicians faced with rehabilitation problems. Contributors from leading rehabilitation programs and centers come together in this unique handbook to provide expert guidance into management techniques for a variety of diagnoses and clinical problems. Structured in its approach and focused on clinical care delivery, this essential resource is designed to help practitioners navigate the PM&R landscape with insight into conditions and issues encountered in everyday practice regardless of setting. Designed for on-the-go reference, chapters are organized within sections from A to Z, beginning with management by diagnosis to address topics spanning the spectrum of practice from amputations and prosthetics, cardiac rehabilitation, multiple sclerosis, and stroke to traumatic brain injury plus more. A dedicated section focusing on musculoskeletal management of common injuries throughout the body is followed by reviewing management for a range of problems, including but not limited to anxiety, bladder and bowel, fatigue, infections, pain management, and seizures. A final section evaluates diagnostics, modalities, equipment, and technology to explore topics of EEG, EMG, neuropsychological evaluation, tracheostomy, and more. Throughout, chapters feature core definitions for the disorder or problem, its etiology and pathophysiology, diagnostic approaches, treatment methods, functional prognosis and outcomes, and suggested order sets in a systematic manner for targeted access. Complete with flow charts, diagrams, and tables, Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is the essential manual to all topics PM&R. Key Features: Addresses management by diagnosis and problem for the full range of physiatric conditions and injuries Portable size and format for quick point-of-care problem-solving Provides inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinic order sets for the most common diagnoses Loaded with need-to-know assessment and rating scales, practice guidelines, and more
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Models for Discrete Longitudinal Data Geert Molenberghs, Geert Verbeke, 2006-08-30 The linear mixed model has become the main parametric tool for the analysis of continuous longitudinal data, as the authors discussed in their 2000 book. Without putting too much emphasis on software, the book shows how the different approaches can be implemented within the SAS software package. The authors received the American Statistical Association's Excellence in Continuing Education Award based on short courses on longitudinal and incomplete data at the Joint Statistical Meetings of 2002 and 2004.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Mitral Valve Surgery Robert S. Bonser, Domenico Pagano, Axel Haverich, 2010-12-25 Part of the Monographs in Cardiac Surgery Series – Introducing ‘basic science into the cardiac operating room’. Fast systematic review of small areas of cardiac surgery including up-to-date information. This will allow more rapid publication than the alternative cardiac surgery ‘tomes’. This entry into the series will provide readers with a complete review of the current understanding in mitral valve surgery and include extensive details on the diagnosis and surgical management of patients with mitral valve disease.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Critical Care Nursing - E-Book Linda D. Urden, Kathleen M. Stacy, Mary E. Lough, 2021-02-18 Winner of the 2nd-place American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award in emergency/critical care nursing for 2021! **Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with Essential Purchase designation in Critical Care** Prepare for success in today's high acuity, progressive, and critical care settings! Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management, 9th Edition helps you understand and apply critical care nursing principles and concepts to clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic management. Known for its comprehensive coverage, this leading textbook uses a logical, body systems organization to address the care of patients with physiological alterations. New to this edition are illustrated Patient-Centered Critical Care features aimed at humanizing the ICU as well as Next Generation NCLEX® Exam–style case studies to help you further develop your clinical judgment skills and prepare for the latest nursing licensure exam. Also ideal for CCRN® and PCCN® exam preparation, this book is a one-stop resource on the concepts and skills required for critical care nursing! - Time-tested, high-quality content addresses all aspects of today's high acuity, progressive, and critical care nursing. - Consistent organization within each body-system unit provides an efficient framework for learning, for CCRN® and PCCN® certification preparation, and for reference in clinical practice. - Comprehensive, evidence-based content is highly referenced and includes internet resources for further research and study. - Enhanced Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) integration links text content to QSEN competencies, through the addition of QSEN-related questions in case studies, QSEN-labeled features and boxes, QSEN content icons, and highlighted QSEN information.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Behavioral Medicine Approaches to Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Kristina Orth-Gomer, Neil Schneiderman, 2013-05-13 Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one killer of men and women in industrialized countries. In older age groups, CVD is also the most important cause for hospitalization, and, in many countries, it is the basis of early retirement from work. Thus, CVD is associated with enormous costs for care and loss of productivity, as well as for disabilities, pensions, etc. All this has motivated clinicians and scientists to develop and implement new methodologies and technologies to better care for patients who are hospitalized for heart disease. Efforts to improve care in the acute phases of coronary heart disease (CHD) have been successful. During the last decade, the immediate mortality risk of a patient admitted to coronary care for a suspected myocardial infarction or other acute coronary syndrome has decreased to less than 10%. Despite these achievements, CVD continues to represent a major threat to the health of middle-aged and elderly men and women. This volume addresses myriad aspects of CHD prevention, including biobehavioral and psychosocial factors, behavioral epidemiology, behavioral intervention models, and policy. The first section of the text provides an introduction to CVD prevention and behavioral medicine. The second section introduces two theoretically different approaches to preventive action, high-risk and population-based strategies. The third section describes and discusses the important questions of how behavioral sciences can be conceptually integrated into traditional, medically based, preventive efforts. The fourth section presents both population and high-risk behavioral intervention approaches. In summary, this volume examines the social environment and its potentials for preventive actions, reviews the psychosocial and biobehavioral mechanisms involved in these effects, and describes concrete and practical implementations of behavioral medicine knowledge as they have been applied to CHD prevention.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Molecular Genetics of Cardiac Electrophysiology C. Berul, Jeffrey A. Towbin, 2000-04-30 The molecular basis for atrial fibrillation continues to be largely unknown, and therapy remains unchanged, aimed at controlling the heart rate and preventing systemic emboli with anticoagulation. Familial atrial fibrillation is more common than previously suspected. While atrial fibrillation is commonly associated with acquired heart disease, a significant proportion of individuals have early onset without other forms of heart disease, referred to as lone atrial fibrillators. It is also well recognized that atrial fibrillation occurs on a reversible or functional basis, without associated structural heart disease, such as with hyperthyroidism or of atrial fibrillation following surgery. It remains to be determined what percentage in these individuals is familial or due to a genetic predisposition. Mapping the locus for familial atrial fibrillation is the first step towards the identification of the gene. Isolation of the gene and subsequent identification of the responsible molecular genetic defect should provide a point of entry into the mechanism responsible for the familial form and the common acquired forms of the disease and eventually provide more effective therapy. We know that the ionic currents responsible for the action potential of the atrium is due to multiple channel proteins as is electrical conduction throughout the atria. Analogous to the ongoing genetic studies in patients with familial long QT syndrome, it is highly likely that defects in each of these channel proteins will be manifested in familial atrial fibrillation.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: ABC of Clinical Electrocardiography Francis Morris, William J. Brady, A. John Camm, 2009-04-15 Electrocardiography is an essential tool in diagnosing cardiacdisorders. This second edition of the ABC of ClinicalElectrocardiography allows readers to become familiar with the widerange of patterns seen in the electrocardiogram in clinicalpractice and covers the fundamentals of ECG interpretation andanalysis. Fully revised and updated, this edition includes a self-assessmentsection to aid revision and check comprehension, clear anatomicaldiagrams to illustrate key points and a larger format to show12-lead ECGs clearly and without truncation. Edited and written by leading experts, the ABC of ClinicalElectrocardiography is a valuable text for anyone managing patientswith heart disorders, both in general practice and in hospitals.Junior doctors and nurses, especially those working in cardiologyand emergency departments, as well as medical students, will findthis a vaulable introduction to the understanding of this keyclinical tool.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Cardiac Nursing Elizabeth M Perpetua, Patricia Keegan, 2020-10-21 Need to develop strong cardiac nursing skills or advance your practice to a higher level? The newly updated Cardiac Nursing, 7thEdition is the gold standard reference and on-the-unit resource, offering crucial guidance and direction for nurses looking to provide up-to-date, evidence-based cardiac care.
  atrial fibrillation patient education pdf: Medical-Surgical Nursing - E-Book Donna D. Ignatavicius, M. Linda Workman, Cherie R. Rebar, Nicole M. Heimgartner, 2020-10-01 Master the essential medical-surgical nursing content you'll need for success on the Next Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN) and safe clinical practice! Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care, 10th Edition uses a conceptual approach to provide adult health knowledge and help you develop the clinical nursing judgment skills that today's medical-surgical nurses need to deliver safe, effective care. Iggy emphasizes three emerging trends in nursing — interprofessional collaborative care, concept-based learning, and clinical judgment and systems thinking — trends that will ground you in how to think like a nurse and how to apply your knowledge in the classroom, simulation laboratory, and clinical settings. A perennial bestseller, Iggy also features NCLEX Exam-style Challenge and Mastery questions to prepare you for success on the NGN! - Consistent use of interprofessional terminology promotes interprofessional collaboration through the use of a common healthcare language, instead of using isolated nursing-specific diagnostic language. - UNIQUE! Enhanced conceptual approach to learning integrates nursing concepts and exemplars, providing a foundation in professional nursing concepts and health and illness concepts, and showing their application in each chapter. - Unparalleled emphasis on clinical reasoning and clinical judgment helps you develop these vital skills when applying concepts to clinical situations. - Emphasis on QSEN and patient safety focuses on safety and evidence-based practice with Nursing Safety Priority boxes, including Drug Alert, Critical Rescue, and Action Alert boxes. - Direct, easy-to-read writing style features concise sentences and straightforward vocabulary. - Emphasis on health promotion and community-based care reflects the reality that most adult health care takes place in environments outside of high-acuity (hospital) settings.
Atrial fibrillation - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Mar 8, 2024 · During atrial fibrillation, the heart's upper chambers — called the atria — beat chaotically and irregularly. They beat out of sync with the lower heart chambers, called the …

Atrial fibrillation - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Mar 8, 2024 · The type used to treat atrial fibrillation depends on your specific symptoms, overall health and whether you're having another heart surgery. Atrioventricular (AV) node ablation. …

Atrial flutter - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Aug 29, 2024 · Atrial flutter treatment depends on your overall health and how severe your symptoms are. Treatment may involve medicine or a heart procedure. Medications. If you …

Atrial flutter - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Aug 29, 2024 · Atrial flutter is a type of heart rhythm disorder, called an arrhythmia. It is similar to atrial fibrillation (AFib). But in atrial flutter the heart rhythm is more organized and less chaotic …

Atrial septal defect (ASD) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Jan 23, 2024 · An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a heart condition that you're born with. That means it's a congenital heart defect. People with an ASD have a hole between the upper heart …

Atrial tachycardia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Atrial tachycardia is an irregular heartbeat, called an arrhythmia. It's a type of supraventricular tachycardia. During an atrial tachycardia episode, the heart beats more than 100 times a minute.

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Mar 8, 2024 · Guide to atrial fibrillation. Heart Rhythm Society. https://www.hrsonline.org/guide-atrial-fibrillation. Accessed March 23, 2023. DeLurgio DB, et al. Hybrid convergent procedure …

Cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation - Mayo Clinic
Nov 10, 2023 · Atrial fibrillation as you know, is not inherently dangerous to the patient, but it impacts their quality of life severely. It's very important for patients to see a cardiologist early …

Atrial tachycardia - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
To diagnose atrial tachycardia, a healthcare professional examines you and listens to your heart. A member of your healthcare team takes your blood pressure. You are usually asked …

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May 22, 2018 · To reduce risk of stroke for their patients, surgeons often will close the left atrial appendage, which is a small sac in the left side of the heart where many blood clots form, …

What Is Atrial Fibrillation? - American Heart Association
In atrial fibrillation, or AFib, the heart’s . two small upper chambers (atria) beat . irregularly and too fast, quivering instead of contracting properly. During AFib, some blood may not be . pumped …

Living with Atrial Fibrillation - Stroke Foundation
This booklet is to help people with atrial fibrillation (AF) and their families understand the condition. It explains: › What AF is. › How it can affect your life › How you can live well with AF. …

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Atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment using Pulse Field Ablation (PFA)
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart rhythm disorder. AF is caused by abnormal electrical circuits in your heart’s upper chamber (atria). ... Patient Information Atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment using …

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Atrial fibrillation is also called A-fib or atrial fib. This is an abnormal heart rhythm. The heart’s rhythm is controlled by electrical signals in the heart. The sinus node sends electrical signals …

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LIVING WITH ATRIAL FIBRILLATION Patient Guide University of North Carolina Department of Cardiology and Electrophysiology . Living with Atrial Fibrillation 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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POST PROCEDURE PATIENT DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS Atrial Fibrillation Ablation What to Expect after your Ablations: During the first 48 hours after an ablation, some patients …

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FAQ ABOUT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION How common is it? One to two percent of the population suffer from AF, and the chance of devel-oping AF increases with age (5% of people over 65 …

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Atrial Fibrillation (AF) - Waitaha Canterbury
What is atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation is a common type of irregular heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). Instead of a normal steady heart rhythm there is an irregular beating of the …

Atrial Fibrillation Education Plan - Bronson Health
Atrial Fibrillation Education Plan *This page is intended for staff use only. Do not give to the patient. ... Patient education guidelines: Preventing, recognizing and treating bleeding. In …

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FAQ About AFib - American Heart Association
What is atrial fibrillation and why is it a problem? Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heartbeat in which . the atria doesn’t contract in a . strong, rhythmic way. When a heart is in …

Living With Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) - international.heart.org
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is when the heart’s two small upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly and too fast, quivering instead of contracting properly. AFib is a heart condition that can get worse …

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AF Answers. A Patient Education Handbook on Electrophysiology WHAT IS ATRIAL FIBRILL ATION? Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of abnormal heart rhythm (or …

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• Atrial flutter is an abnormal heart rhythm in which abnormal electrical signals in the heart’s top chamber (atria) result in a rapid heartbeat. • Atrial flutter is very similar to atrial fibrillation, …

Diastolic dysfunction and heart failure: Causes and treatment …
Left atrial function Left atrial function is an important determi-nant of LV diastolic function. The left atrium acts as a reservoir of blood, as a conduit, and as an active pump at the end of diastole. …

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Catheter Ablation: A Targeted Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of abnormal heart rhythm and is found in more than six million people worldwide. AF is a disorganized heartbeat that occurs in …

Clinical Practice Brief - American Association of Nurse …
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a supraventricular tachycardia characterized by uncoordinated atrial activation and ineffective contraction affecting 2.7 to 6.1 million American adults; its prevalence …

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Si no se conoce la causa de la fibrilación atrial, se llama fibrilación atrial idiopática. Síntomas de la fibrilación atrial No todas las personas que padecen fibrilación atrial saben que la tienen. …

Discharge Tab - American Heart Association
• Diagnosis of current atrial fibrillation or flutter anywhere in the medical record, select “Yes”. •AF •A-fib •Atrial fibrillation ... Stroke Education • Documentation that the patient/caregiver received …

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Atrial Fibrillation Your quick guide - British Heart Foundation
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Atrial Fibrillation Patient Education (book)
Atrial Fibrillation Patient Education : Your Complete Guide to AFib Dr. Percy F. Morales MD,2020-09-26 After reading this book I am now ready to overcome atrial fibrillation This is the kind of …

Management of Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation
Patient education on the need for oral anticoagulation therapy and the importance of strict adherence is important (ref EHJ) ... Atrial fibrillation (AF) affects about 1.2% of the population …

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residents, electrophysiology lab staff, and all other practitioners involved in the diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation. atrial fibrillation patient education: Beat Your A-Fib: The Essential …

Living with - ottawaheart.ca
Often, atrial fibrillation is diagnosed when people develop symptoms and go to their doctor or to the emergency department. Other times, it is identified during routine examinations. In order to …

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PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET . APIXABAN FOR THE TREATMENT OF NON-VALVULAR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION . People with atrial fibrillation (AF) are at increased risk of having a …

Atrial flutter patient information - api.heartrhythmalliance.org
new or innovative treatments for Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Atrial flutter patient information. 2 Glossary Antiarrhythmic drugs Medication used to restore ... As atrial flutter and AF share many …

Get With the Guidelines-Atrial Fibrillation December 2021
Get With the Guidelines-Atrial Fibrillation December 2021 Legend: ... Education Employment Financial Strain Food ... Did the patient have prior ablations for atrial fibrillation (do not count …

Discharge Summary: Heart Failure Education
Heart Failure Education. Distribution. 1. Copy to patient 2. Fax copy to primary care provider. 3. Original to be kept in the ... Sinus Atrial Fibrillation : Not Known Other: Blood : Pressure: …

Electrical Cardioversion for Atrial Fibrillation Patient Information
Heart Lung Clinical Stream Development Date – 1/02/2015 Review Date – 1/02/2018 SVHPEM_003 Electrical Cardioversion for Atrial Fibrillation

PATIENT & CAREGIVER EDUCATION Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is also called atrial fib or AFib. Atria (AY-tree-uh) are the upper chambers of your heart. Ventricles (VEN-trih-kulz) are the lower chambers of your heart. Artery (AR-tuh-ree) is a …

National Heart Foundation of Australia and the Cardiac …
NHFA CSANZ Atrial Fibrillation Guideline Working Group:1 David Brieger, MBBS, PhD, FCSANZa,b*, John e Amerena, MBBS, FRACP, FCSANZc, John Attia, MD, PhD, FRACPd ...

Online education on atrial fibrillation can enhance clinical …
Online education on atrial fibrillation can enhance clinical guideline use by more than 50% June 13 2025 Co-primary and secondary outcomes. Credit: Nature Medicine (2025).

ECG Rhythm Study Guide - LifeSaver CPR
go into cardiac arrest. Shock this rhythm if the patient is unconscious and without a pulse Ventricular Fibrillation (VF) Abnormal Disorganized electrical signals cause the ventricles to …

WATCHMANTM Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device
Atrial Fibrillation In atrial fibrillation, the right and left atria no longer contract together in a coordinated fashion and the heart beat (pulse) becomes irregular. Atrial fibrillation can cause …

Lifestyle Changes to Manage Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) - Wicha …
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Healthy lifestyle changes are an important part of treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib). People who have AFib are at increased risk for conditions such as heart …

Simplifying Your AFib Treatment Plan - American Heart …
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Continuing Education Atrial Fibrillation: Updated …
veloping atrial fibrillation is one in four.5 Given the aging of the U.S. population, the incidence is expected to more than double over the next 50 years.3, 6 Atrial fibrillation has significant …

Atrial Fibrillation: What to do for my health
I am the expert in my own unique experience with atrial fibrillation. I am the most important person in managing my atrial fibrillation. Atrial Fibrillation: What to do for my health Atrial Fibrillation …

Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an abnormal fast irregular heartbeat. An abnormal heartbeat rhythm is called an arrhythmia. A normal heart rate is between 60 and 100 beats a …