Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
7-25-2018
Document Type
Project
Course Number
5330-OL1
Course Name
Nursing
Professor’s Name
Dr. John Chovan, PhD., DNP, RN, CNP, CNS
Keywords
Atrial Fibrillation, Re-entry, Dysrhythmia, Arrhythmia, Rotors, Tachycardia
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing
Abstract
This poster gives detailed information covering atrial fibrillation such as its definition, relevance, classifications, symptoms, and risk factors. Also included is a moderately in-depth discussion of the different pathophysiological mechanisms underlying the condition and a section with esoteric terms necessary to understand those mechanisms. The poster features a summary of management strategies for atrial fibrillation and concludes with implications for nursing.
Recommended Citation
Govia, Jason, "Atrial Fibrillation (AF): Causes, Sequela, Risk Factors, and Management" (2018). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 333.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/333