Rate and Rhythm Control Medications for Atrial Fibrillation: Do Adverse Effects Outweigh Benefits?

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  • Kelly T. Gleason, PhD, RN, School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Hae-Ra Han, PhD, RN, FAAN, School of Nursing, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Laura Samuel, PhD, RN, ANP, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cheryl R. Dennison Himmelfarb, PhD, RN, ANP, FAAN, School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

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http://hdl.handle.net/10755/16460
Abstract
Guidelines for managing atrial fibrillation currently recommend rhythm and rate control for individuals who report bothersome symptoms of atrial fibrillation. However, rate control and rhythm control medication often cause adverse effects, including dizziness and fatigue. Do these adverse effects outweigh the positive effects of sinus rhythm and rate control?
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Leadership Connection 2018: Transformative Nursing Leadership, September 15-18, 2018. Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
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2019-01-08T20:35:18Z
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TypePoster
AcquisitionProxy-submission
Review TypeAbstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host
FormatText-based Document
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Evidence LevelN/A
Research ApproachN/A
KeywordsAtrial Fibrillation;
Patient-Report Outcomes;
Symptoms
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NameLeadership Connection 2018
HostSigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing
LocationIndianapolis, Indiana, USA
Date2018
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