AF is a supraventricular tachyarrhythmia with uncoordinated atrial activation and consequently ineffective contraction with ECG characteristics of:
Irregular R-R intervals (when AV conduction is present)
Absence of distinct, repeating P waves
Irregular atrial activity
2. Blood Tests
helps with identification of blood substances related to comorbidities that may lead to AF
3. Holter Monitor
small, portable ECG devise that records the heart’s activity for 24 hours
determinant for AF
4. Echocardiogram
noninvasive test using sound waves to create images of the heart’s size, structure, and motion
5. Stress Test
exercise testing determines the capacity of the heart to function without tachycardia
determinant for AF
6. Chest X-ray
identifies the condition of the lungs and heart
Treatment & Management
Initial step: determine the most suitable course of treatment. Understand the:
AF duration
AF classification
Onset date
Date of AF discovery, frequency
Contributory risk factors
Symptoms
Diagnostic Tests
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