Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia and its prevalence is estimated to increase by at least 2.5 fold in the next 50 years as the population ages. It has frequent and severe consequences in those affected by it particularly stroke and thromboembolism. Anti-thrombotic therapy is therefore recommended for all patients with AF except those at low risk however anticoagulation provides a key challenge with regard to the maintenance of patient safety. It is therefore essential that nurses managing the care of theses patients are familiar with the principles underpinning best practice.
An example of a classroom based course we have designed and delivered for our clients
Title
Anticoagulation in non-alveolar atrial fibrillation
Target Audience
Anticoagulation nurse specialists, Arrhythmia nurse specialists, practice nurses running anticoagulation clinics
Aim
To explore key issues influencing the maintenance of patient safety and the delivery of best practice in atrial fibrillation patients who anti-coagulated with specific reference to BSH, NPSA and NICE
Key Content
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•Overview of Atrial Fibrillation
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•Anticoagulation therapies
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•Education and counselling
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•Selecting patients for appropriate treatment
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•Patient safety issues
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•Assessing outcomes
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•Effective change management
