12 LEAD & Arrythmias Flashcards
1
Q
How does AFib negatively effect Heart Failure Patients?
A
Low EF from HF accompanied by loss of Atrial-Kick with Afib leads to low tolerance of Afib In HF Patients.
2
Q
How does AFib negatively effect Heart Failure Patients?
A
Low EF from HF accompanied by loss of Atrial-Kick with Afib leads to low tolerance of Afib In HF Patients.
3
Q
What percentage of CO does Atrial contraction “Atrial kick” contribute which is lost in Afib, Functional, and Ventricular rhythms
A
~ 25%