Atrial Flutter Flashcards
1
Q
What are the signs and symptoms of atrial flutter?
A
- Irregularly irregular pulse
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
- SOB / Fatigue
2
Q
What are the investigations of atrial flutter?
A
- ECG
- Bloods (LFTs, TFTs, U&Es)
- Echocardiogram – to find cause (valvular)
3
Q
What is the ECG pattern for atrial flutter?
A
saw tooth
4
Q
What is difference between AF and atrial flutter?
A
FASTER AND MORE REGULAR THAN AF