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CE: Atrial Fibrillation: Updated Management Guidelines and Nursing Implications
This article reviews the recently updated guideline for the management of atrial fibrillation, issued jointly by the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology, and the Heart Rhythm Society. It focuses on the prevention of thromboembolism and on symptom control, and stresses the importance of patient adherence to treatment plans in order to ensure better outcomes.
Source: AJN - April 24, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: research

CE: Atrial Fibrillation: Updated Management Guidelines and Nursing Implications.
This article reviews the recently updated guideline for the management of atrial fibrillation, issued jointly by the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology, and the Heart Rhythm Society. It focuses on the prevention of thromboembolism and on symptom control, and stresses the importance of patient adherence to treatment plans in order to ensure better outcomes. PMID: 25859746 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The American Journal of Nursing - April 9, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cutugno CL Tags: Am J Nurs Source Type: research

Stroke Prevention in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation: Update on Target-Specific Oral Anticoagulants.
Abstract Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia in adults, and the risk for stroke is increased five-fold. Efforts should be made to educate health care providers to understand the importance of using risk stratification tools. New oral anticoagulants are available for thromboembolic stroke prevention, and knowledge of their clinical indications and use is essential. J Contin Educ Nurs. 2015;46(4):152-154. PMID: 25856447 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing - April 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Patrick C, Clarke R Tags: J Contin Educ Nurs Source Type: research

Sexual dysfunction common in people with coronary heart disease, but few cardiovascular changes actually occur during sexual activity
Commentary on: Bispo GS, de Lima Lopes J, de Barros AL. Cardiovascular changes resulting from sexual activity and sexual dysfunction after myocardial infarction: integrative review. J Clin Nurs 2013;22:3522–31. Implications for practice and research Risk of myocardial infarction (MI) or arrhythmia with sexual activity is low, despite anxieties expressed by patients. Sexual counselling is needed to assist patients who wish to be sexually active and maintain the quality of their sex life. Further research is needed to identify the most efficacious sexual counselling interventions. Context Patients with post-MI often re...
Source: Evidence-Based Nursing - December 10, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Steinke, E. E. Tags: Adult nursing, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Stroke, Hypertension, Ischaemic heart disease, Sexual and gender disorders, Internet, Arrhythmias, Health education, Smoking, Tobacco use Source Type: research

Education for nurses working in cardiovascular care: A European survey
Conclusion: There is variability in the content, teaching, learning and evaluation methods in post-registration cardiovascular nurse education programmes in Europe. Cardiovascular nurse education would be strengthened with a stronger focus upon content that reflects current health challenges faced in Europe. A broader view of cardiovascular disease to include stroke and peripheral vascular disease is recommended with greater emphasis on prevention, rehabilitation and the impact of health inequalities.
Source: European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - November 18, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: The Working Group of the Education Committee of the ESC Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions, Astin, Carroll, De Geest, Martensson, Jones, Hunterbuchner, Jennings, Kletsiou, Serafin, Timmins Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Recognising and managing atrial fibrillation in the community.
This article outlines methods for detecting AF in the community and provides an overview of current treatment options, including the newer anti-coagulant agents. The importance of assessing stroke risk and conveying this risk to those with AF is essential. Community health professionals play an important role in monitoring, treating and managing AF within the community setting and supporting and educating the patient in minimising the risk of serious thromboembolic complications such as stroke. PMID: 25184894 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: British Journal of Community Nursing - September 2, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Lee G, Campbell-Cole C Tags: Br J Community Nurs Source Type: research

Update on implantable loop recorders for secondary stroke prevention.
Abstract Implantable loop recorders are used to detect abnormal arrhythmias in patients with unexplained syncope. These devices capture paradoxical episodes of atrial fibrillation and may be helpful for patients with unexplained stroke. Nurses should be familiar with safety and care instructions and take precautions surrounding diagnostic testing in patients with these devices. J Contin Educ Nurs. 2014;45(7):290-291. PMID: 24999972 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing - July 1, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Barry E Tags: J Contin Educ Nurs Source Type: research