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Mattice AF Education
Signs and symptoms
Palpitations
Chest pain
Dizziness/Lightheadedness
SOB
Weakness
What is atrial fibrillation
An irregular and sometimes raped heart rhythm
The hearts upper chambers (atria) beat chaotically and irregularly
Can cause stroke, and other heart problems
Causes/risks
When to notify doctor or go to ER
Rapid heart rate
Chest pain that does not go away after rest
Syncope
Stroke symptoms:
Facial drooping on one side
Weakness in one side of the body
New onset confusion
Slurred speech
Unequal pupils
Inability to express words/thoughts
Screenings
Follow up appointments
Does the pt have insurance
Does the pt have transportation
Does the pt have a primary care physician
At home pulse check
Do they have a monitor
Can palpate radial
Caretaker education
Treatment of atrial fibrillation
Medications
Anticoagulants
Rate control medications
Importance of medication compliance
Financial needs for prescriptions
Transportation to pharmacy
Procedures
Cardioversion
Population
Older adults with atrial fibrillation in the hospital setting
What do they know already
Teach back
Living setting (home, with family, nursing home)
Who should education be explained to
Communication/learning barriers
Written, spoken, visual education