ATRIAL FIBRILLATION: DRUG THERAPY

Course overview

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common cardiac arrhythmia characterized by rapid, chaotic electrical activity in the atria leading to ineffective atrial contraction. AF may be paroxysmal (i.e., intermittent), persistent, or permanent. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of drug therapy for AF, including anticoagulants, rate control medications, and antiarrhythmics, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.