Discussion Post: Cardiac Disorders
Answer the each of the following problem in 200 words each.
• Describe how a patient might present (signs and symptoms) with a new onset of atrial fibrillation. What are the characteristic of the EKG in a atrial fibrillation patient?
• What medications might a patient with atrial fibrillation be prescribed? Provide at least 5 specific medication and treatment options. Why would these medication be given, mechanism of action?
• Why would a rhythm be considered a lethal arrhythmia?
• What labs, diagnostics, or therapeutic interventions might be appropriate for a client admitted with an acute coronary syndrome (ACS)? Which are most important to determine plan of care?
• List one main purpose for each of the following medication classes and describe how a nurse would evaluate if they were effective:
o nitrates,
o beta blockers,
o calcium channel blockers,
o statins
• What is the difference between a STEMI and an NSTEMI? How are each managed upon presentation with chest pain?
• Give an example of a patient that may experience an MI. What questions would you ask them and why would you ask these questions?
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.