Arrhythmias Flashcards
1
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Risk factors for A Fib?
A
INC age
CAD, HBP, cardiomyopathy, mitral valve disease, hyperthyroidism, COPD, pericarditis, PE, recent heart/lung surgery, congenital heart defects,
Alcoholism, stimulant use, tobacco use, excessive stress
2
Q
Sequellae of A Fib?
A
Heart Failure, Rest Failure, Embolic stroke, Pulmonary infarction, Cardiomyopathy, CHF, thromboembolism, chronic A fib
3
Q
SSx of A Fib?
A
Asymptomatic Palpitations Dizziness, syncope, weakness, fatigue SOB Angina Rapid, IRR pulse
4
Q
Etiology of A fib?
A
Any stressors to heart!!! Toxins: EtOH, chemo Endocrine - hyperthyroidism MEtabolis: hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia Infx: pneumonia, bronchitis, UTI Pulmonary: COPD, sleep apnea Cardiac: mitral valve dz, ischemia, cardiomyopathy
5
Q
Tx goals for A fib?
A
Slow heart rate, conversion into Nml rhythm Prevent stroke (Warfarin) Prevent recurrences
