Acute Care Cardiovascular Essentials for Advanced Practice Providers-Managing Atrial Fibrillation in the ED or Hospital Setting

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Video Summary

The video discusses atrial fibrillation (AFib) in a hospital setting, focusing on patient presentation, symptoms, statistics, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment goals, and management options. AFib is a common cardiac rhythm disturbance that affects millions of Americans each year and leads to numerous hospitalizations. The condition is associated with symptoms such as palpitations, chest tightness, shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, and syncope. Some patients may be asymptomatic. Important risk factors for AFib include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, COPD, and thyroid disease. The video emphasizes the need for thorough patient assessment, including history, physical examination, and EKG to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment goals include stroke prevention, rate control, and rhythm control. Anticoagulation therapy is recommended based on stroke risk assessment using the CHADS-VASc score. Various management options are discussed, including oral and IV medications for rate control, cardioversion, and long-term follow-up for patients. The importance of collaboration with clinical teams and adherence to guidelines is emphasized throughout the video.

Keywords

atrial fibrillation

symptoms

risk factors

diagnosis

treatment goals

management options