Atrial Fibrillation - Carolina Navika 2015
... repetitive pattern ▪ Ventricular rate usually 90-170bpm ▪ QRS complexes are narrow, unless AV conduction through Bundle of His is abnormal ...
... repetitive pattern ▪ Ventricular rate usually 90-170bpm ▪ QRS complexes are narrow, unless AV conduction through Bundle of His is abnormal ...
SEMC_Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation_FEB2016
... Treatment Options for Atrial Fibrillation The goal of treating atrial fibrillation is to prevent the formation of blood clots, control the number of times per minute the ventricles contract (rate control), restore a normal heart rhythm (rhythm control), and treat any underlying condition that may be ...
... Treatment Options for Atrial Fibrillation The goal of treating atrial fibrillation is to prevent the formation of blood clots, control the number of times per minute the ventricles contract (rate control), restore a normal heart rhythm (rhythm control), and treat any underlying condition that may be ...
DOC - Gericareonline.net
... chambers of the heart. The heart is made up of four chambers. The upper two chambers of the heart are called the atria, and the lower two are called the ventricles. This irregular heart rhythm often causes the upper chambers to beat too fast. This leaves too little time for blood to pump into the tw ...
... chambers of the heart. The heart is made up of four chambers. The upper two chambers of the heart are called the atria, and the lower two are called the ventricles. This irregular heart rhythm often causes the upper chambers to beat too fast. This leaves too little time for blood to pump into the tw ...
Housecalls Puzzler September 2014
... This animation tries to depict atrial fibrillation competing with the normal SA node in the atrium The AV node is stimulated repeatedly from different focus. It irregularly allows an impulse through causing an irregularly, irregular heart rate ...
... This animation tries to depict atrial fibrillation competing with the normal SA node in the atrium The AV node is stimulated repeatedly from different focus. It irregularly allows an impulse through causing an irregularly, irregular heart rate ...
ECG Lecture Chapter 3
... • Chaotic firing of the atria. No organized contraction = Quivering. • Contribution of atria contraction to ventricular filling is not achieved. • Randon AV conduction so the QRS is normal. ...
... • Chaotic firing of the atria. No organized contraction = Quivering. • Contribution of atria contraction to ventricular filling is not achieved. • Randon AV conduction so the QRS is normal. ...
Slide 1 - AccessCardiology
... only on ECG is more difficult because the RR are regular. C. Patient with crisis of atrial fibrillation with a very fast response of the ventricles (>300 ×′) and, Citation: Fuster Walsh RA, Harrington RA. TheR-R Heart, 13e; 2011 Available at: http://mhmedical.com/ Accessed: Maywhich ...
... only on ECG is more difficult because the RR are regular. C. Patient with crisis of atrial fibrillation with a very fast response of the ventricles (>300 ×′) and, Citation: Fuster Walsh RA, Harrington RA. TheR-R Heart, 13e; 2011 Available at: http://mhmedical.com/ Accessed: Maywhich ...
Cardiac Conduction Practice Worksheet
... Name: ____________________________________ Honors Anatomy & Physiology ...
... Name: ____________________________________ Honors Anatomy & Physiology ...
Clinical Pharmacy Program Guidelines for Multaq Program Prior
... Multaq (dronedarone) is indicated to reduce the risk of hospitalization for atrial fibrillation in patients in sinus rhythm with a history of paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (AF). 2 . Coverage Criteria: A. Multaq 1. Diagnosis of one of the following: a. Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (A ...
... Multaq (dronedarone) is indicated to reduce the risk of hospitalization for atrial fibrillation in patients in sinus rhythm with a history of paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (AF). 2 . Coverage Criteria: A. Multaq 1. Diagnosis of one of the following: a. Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (A ...
Atrial Fibrillation
... Diseases that affect the heart are common causes of atrial fibrillation. These include heart failure, heart valve disease, high blood pressure, and heart attack. Other causes include obesity, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, an abnormal heart structure, hyperthyroidism, and alcohol intoxicatio ...
... Diseases that affect the heart are common causes of atrial fibrillation. These include heart failure, heart valve disease, high blood pressure, and heart attack. Other causes include obesity, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, an abnormal heart structure, hyperthyroidism, and alcohol intoxicatio ...
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... ECG Review for practical 1: For the practical you will be required to provide an answer for each ECG that includes the name of the ECG, what is the disorder, why it is abnormal, and give the rate when required. Be specific. Don’t overwrite with excess unnecessary information. We will review in class ...
... ECG Review for practical 1: For the practical you will be required to provide an answer for each ECG that includes the name of the ECG, what is the disorder, why it is abnormal, and give the rate when required. Be specific. Don’t overwrite with excess unnecessary information. We will review in class ...
InaHRS_2016_-_Atrial_Fibrillation
... Ischemia and heart failure predispose patient to AF. Ischemia is the possible etiology of TAVB. AF usually requires rate control, however it is not of concern because of the concurrent TAVB, which does not allow atrial impulse to pass. Anticoagulation is still necessary to prevent thromboembolism. R ...
... Ischemia and heart failure predispose patient to AF. Ischemia is the possible etiology of TAVB. AF usually requires rate control, however it is not of concern because of the concurrent TAVB, which does not allow atrial impulse to pass. Anticoagulation is still necessary to prevent thromboembolism. R ...
Word version of this scenario
... Take a thorough medication history Examination of a patient post syncope; recognise signs of haemodynamic compromise Perform an ECG; identify atrial fibrillation and flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, left and right bundle branch block, ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation, WolffParkinson-Wh ...
... Take a thorough medication history Examination of a patient post syncope; recognise signs of haemodynamic compromise Perform an ECG; identify atrial fibrillation and flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, left and right bundle branch block, ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation, WolffParkinson-Wh ...
Electrocardiography: Atrial Fibrillation - e
... Symptoms In atrial fibrillation, symptoms depend on the rate at which the ventricles are beating. A mild increase in the ventricular rate, less than about 120 beats per minute, may produce no symptoms. Higher rates cause unpleasant palpitations, feelings of lightheadedness or faintness, weakness, la ...
... Symptoms In atrial fibrillation, symptoms depend on the rate at which the ventricles are beating. A mild increase in the ventricular rate, less than about 120 beats per minute, may produce no symptoms. Higher rates cause unpleasant palpitations, feelings of lightheadedness or faintness, weakness, la ...
Bedford Hospital Angina Clinic
... presence of structural or ischaemic heart disease) or AMIODARONE orally. Sotolol, digoxin and calcium channel blockers are ineffective. DC cardioversion is indicated when drug therapy has not been effective or atrial fibrillation has been present for more than 48 hours. Rhythm control 2: Drugs for m ...
... presence of structural or ischaemic heart disease) or AMIODARONE orally. Sotolol, digoxin and calcium channel blockers are ineffective. DC cardioversion is indicated when drug therapy has not been effective or atrial fibrillation has been present for more than 48 hours. Rhythm control 2: Drugs for m ...
orthodromic AV-reentrant tachycardia
... • With 2 : 1 conduction, the ventricular rate is approximately 150 beats/min, often making flutter waves themselves difficult to appreciate and allowing the rhythm to be mistaken for sinus tachycardia. • Often atrial flutter with variable conduction, with a resultant irregular ventricular rate is ha ...
... • With 2 : 1 conduction, the ventricular rate is approximately 150 beats/min, often making flutter waves themselves difficult to appreciate and allowing the rhythm to be mistaken for sinus tachycardia. • Often atrial flutter with variable conduction, with a resultant irregular ventricular rate is ha ...
Slide () - AccessAnesthesiology
... AV sequential and atrial pacing are frequently employed during cardiac surgery as various degrees of heart block are often encountered perioperatively. Prolongation of the PR interval is seen in first-degree heart block here associated with the prolonged QRS complexes often seen during bundle branch ...
... AV sequential and atrial pacing are frequently employed during cardiac surgery as various degrees of heart block are often encountered perioperatively. Prolongation of the PR interval is seen in first-degree heart block here associated with the prolonged QRS complexes often seen during bundle branch ...
Sotalol Considerations for Use - American College of Cardiology
... pulmonary edema QT prolongation renal failure sick sinus syndrome torsades de pointes, HF, bradycardia PO: 80, 120, 160, 240 mg tablets ...
... pulmonary edema QT prolongation renal failure sick sinus syndrome torsades de pointes, HF, bradycardia PO: 80, 120, 160, 240 mg tablets ...
left atrial myxoma presenting as paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
... interatrial septum which was prolapsing into the left ventricular cavity with irregular borders creating a functional mitral stenosis with valve area estimated at 1.1. Surgical opinion was sought and patient underwent minimally invasive atrial myxoma resection through anterior minithoracotomy. The p ...
... interatrial septum which was prolapsing into the left ventricular cavity with irregular borders creating a functional mitral stenosis with valve area estimated at 1.1. Surgical opinion was sought and patient underwent minimally invasive atrial myxoma resection through anterior minithoracotomy. The p ...
VERAPAMIL (CALAN)
... Blocks the entry of calcium into the cell Slows conduction through the AV node Negative chronotrope (slows heart rate) Negative inotrope (decreased force of cardiac contraction) To control the rate in hemodynamically stable atrial fibrillation or INDICATIONS atrial flutter with rapid ventric ...
... Blocks the entry of calcium into the cell Slows conduction through the AV node Negative chronotrope (slows heart rate) Negative inotrope (decreased force of cardiac contraction) To control the rate in hemodynamically stable atrial fibrillation or INDICATIONS atrial flutter with rapid ventric ...
ECG - Derriford ED
... 2. What does the T wave on ECG represent? 3. Describe how to measure HR on 12 Lead ECG. 4. Which Heart Block presents with a prolonged P-R interval? 5. How can you tell the difference between an atrial or a ventricular premature conduction? 6. What HR may be on the cardiac monitor if patient is in P ...
... 2. What does the T wave on ECG represent? 3. Describe how to measure HR on 12 Lead ECG. 4. Which Heart Block presents with a prolonged P-R interval? 5. How can you tell the difference between an atrial or a ventricular premature conduction? 6. What HR may be on the cardiac monitor if patient is in P ...
Atrial Fibrillation as A Complication of Congestive Heart Failure in
... forward at a sufficient rate to meet the metabolic demands of the body. HF results in a clinical syndrome of dyspnea, fatigue, peripheral edema and rales. In CHF patient often occurs ventricular remodeling that leads to induce complications, such as AF. Most patients (more than 50%) with CHF are eld ...
... forward at a sufficient rate to meet the metabolic demands of the body. HF results in a clinical syndrome of dyspnea, fatigue, peripheral edema and rales. In CHF patient often occurs ventricular remodeling that leads to induce complications, such as AF. Most patients (more than 50%) with CHF are eld ...
Atrial_Fibrillation
... irregular ventricular contractions. The QRS complexes have normal shape, due to normal ventricular conduction. However the RR intervals vary from beat to beat. The ventricular rate may increase to greater than 150 beats per minute if uncontrolled. ...
... irregular ventricular contractions. The QRS complexes have normal shape, due to normal ventricular conduction. However the RR intervals vary from beat to beat. The ventricular rate may increase to greater than 150 beats per minute if uncontrolled. ...
ATRIAL FIBRILLATION - ATRIAL FLUTTER (A08)
... Atrial Flutter: Atrial rhythm regular. Ventricular rhythm may be regular or irregular if variable block is present. Ventricular rate 140 to 160, but may be slower if the patient is on medication such as digoxin, amiodarone, B-blockers, or Ca-channel blockers. QRS complex usually normal and may follo ...
... Atrial Flutter: Atrial rhythm regular. Ventricular rhythm may be regular or irregular if variable block is present. Ventricular rate 140 to 160, but may be slower if the patient is on medication such as digoxin, amiodarone, B-blockers, or Ca-channel blockers. QRS complex usually normal and may follo ...
Atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF or A-fib) is an abnormal heart rhythm characterized by rapid and irregular beating. Often it starts as brief periods of abnormal beating which become longer and possibly constant over time. Most episodes have no symptoms. Occasionally there may be heart palpitations, fainting, shortness of breath, or chest pain. The disease increases the risk of heart failure, dementia, and stroke.Hypertension and valvular heart disease are the most common alterable risk factors for AF. Other heart-related risk factors include heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, and congenital heart disease. In the developing world valvular heart disease often occurs as a result of rheumatic fever. Lung-related risk factors include COPD, obesity, and sleep apnea. Other factors include excess alcohol intake, diabetes mellitus, and thyrotoxicosis. However, half of cases are not associated with one of these risks. A diagnosis is made by feeling the pulse and may be confirmed using an electrocardiogram (ECG). The typical ECG shows no P waves and an irregular ventricular rate.AF is often treated with medications to slow the heart rate to a near normal range (known as rate control) or to convert the rhythm to normal sinus rhythm (known as rhythm control). Electrical cardioversion can also be used to convert AF to a normal sinus rhythm and is often used emergently if the person is unstable. Ablation may prevent recurrence in some people. Depending on the risk of stroke either aspirin or anti-clotting medications such as warfarin or a novel oral anticoagulant may be recommended. While these medications reduce this risk, they increase rates of major bleeding.Atrial fibrillation is the most common serious abnormal heart rhythm. In Europe and North America, as of 2014, it affects about 2% to 3% of the population. This is an increase from 0.4 to 1% of the population around 2005. In the developing world about 0.6% of males and 0.4% of females are affected. The percentage of people with AF increases with age with 0.14% under 50 years old, 4% between 60 and 70 years old, and 14% over 80 years old being affected. A-fib and atrial flutter resulted in 112,000 deaths in 2013, up from 29,000 in 1990. The first known report of an irregular pulse was by John Baptist Senac in 1749. This was first documented by ECG in 1909 by Thomas Lewis.