The client tells the nurse, "My healthcare provider says I have atrial fibrillation. Is this serious and how is it treated?" Which responses should the nurse provide the client?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "This condition is best treated with what we call antidysrhythmic drugs."
B. "This is very common; your doctor will discuss the best treatment with you."
C. "Depending on your symptoms, your healthcare provider may use an electrical shock."
D. "This is quite serious; did your healthcare provider discuss a heart transplant?"
E. "It is very serious, even more serious than a ventricular dysrhythmia."
Answer:
B. "This is very common; your doctor will discuss the best treatment with you."
C. "Depending on your symptoms, your healthcare provider may use an electrical shock."
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