FNPII Quiz III

Where do emboli most commonly lodge in the brain from A-fib?

In a branch of the middle cerebral artery.
Compared to persons in sinus rythm, those in A-fib have ___ fold increased risk of stroke. For those with rheumatic heart disease, the risk is ___ fold.

6 fold - 18 fold
T/F
PACs are cause for alarm.
- False.
- PACs are very common, yet have little clinical significance. Benign arrythmia seen with cardiac stimulants such as caffiene, nicotine, alcohol or OTC meds.

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FNPII Quiz III

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Heart Failure and EKG

Updated

2012-09-18T04:57:23Z

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