The nurse is caring for a client who is suffering from atrial fibrillation. Which of the following statements made by the nurse are correct? Select all that apply.
a. It increases the risk of hemorrhagic stroke
b. It does not increase the risk of stroke
c. It can be caused by heart failure
d. The client may have dizziness and syncope
e. It arises from several atrial ectopic foci
c. It can be caused by heart failure
d. The client may have dizziness and syncope
e. It arises from several atrial ectopic foci
rationale: Atrial fibrillation can be caused by heart failure, high blood pressure, heart attacks, electrolyte imbalances, and sick sinus syndrome. It increases the rate of embolic stroke, and the heart rate is usually rapid and grossly irregular.Signs and symptoms include palpitations, fatigue, dizziness, syncope, shortness of breath, and chest pain.The dysrhythmia arises from several atrial ectopic foci.
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