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Can eye dilation drops cause atrial fibrillation?
The amount of atropine in these eyedrops is insufficient to cause atrial fib. Many medications actually contain trace amounts of atropine to discourage abuse.
Advair make your Atrial Fibrillation worse?
never had A-Fib until on Advair
What is the loss of the normal rhythm of the heartbeat known as?
Atrial fibrillation or A-fib. I know this one from experience.
Female resting heart rate of 128 bpm with ms degenerative joint disease and a smoker does anyone know what other conditions might cause this resting heart rate?
A resting heart rate of 128 bpm could also be caused by conditions such as anemia, hyperthyroidism, dehydration, or excessive caffeine intake. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate management.
How dangerous is atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is a very dangerous condition. In A-fib, the heart is trying to pump too fast, but is uncoordinated. This means that blood is not circulated around the body well. It also causes blood to swirl around inside the heart and can lead to forming blood clots. If one of these blood clots goes to the lungs it can cause a pulmonary embolis, or if it goes to the brain it can cause a stroke, both of which could be deadly.
What are the key differences between an EKG strip of a patient with atrial fibrillation (a-fib) and a normal EKG strip?
In atrial fibrillation (a-fib), the EKG strip will show irregular and rapid heartbeats with no distinct P waves, while a normal EKG strip will show regular and steady heartbeats with clear P waves before each QRS complex.
Is fibrillation dangerous?
Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is a very dangerous condition. In A-fib, the heart is trying to pump too fast, but is uncoordinated. This means that blood is not circulated around the body well. It also causes blood to swirl around inside the heart and can lead to forming blood clots. If one of these blood clots goes to the lungs it can cause a pulmonary embolis, or if it goes to the brain it can cause a stroke, both of which could be deadly.
Do you need to give CPR to a person who has atrial fibrilation?
No, you would not give CPR to a person with atrial fib. This condition is treated with drugs such as blood thinners or medications that regulate the heart. If however, the person stops breathing, you would then perform CPR.
What is the assessment for atrial fibrillation?
There are a few things to do to asses for A-fib. 1.Check a pulse if is irregular this is an indication that a person may be in A-fib. 2. Listen to the heart if it is irregular it may be an indication of A-fib. 3.Ultimately a 12 lead EKG is going to be the thing that will tell you one is in A-fib. If you think or know if someone is in A-fib you want to know if they are hemodynamically stable (blood pressure and shortness of breath). When someone is in A-fib their heart rate can easily go above 150 bpm. Some people can chronically in A-fib and heart rate is controlled by medication. So in a nutshell the most important thing if someone is in A-fib is determining if the person is hemodynamically stable.
Can dehydration cause you to have contractions?
Yes. Dehydration can cause preterm labor
Does dehydration cause hair loss?
Yes, dehydration can cause hair loss
Can dehydration cause cramping in the body?
Yes, dehydration can cause muscle cramping in the body.
