Persistent Atrial Fibrillation (AF)is Diagnosed in a Patient Who Has

question 3

Multiple Choice

Persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) is diagnosed in a patient who has valvular disease,and the cardiologist has prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) .The patient is scheduled for electrical cardioversion in 3 weeks.The patient asks the primary care nurse practitioner (NP) why the procedure is necessary.The NP should tell the patient:

• A) this medication prevents clots but does not alter rhythm.
• B) if the medication proves effective, the procedure may be canceled.
• C) there are no medications that alter the arrhythmia causing AF.
• D) to ask the cardiologist if verapamil may be ordered instead of cardioversion.

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