ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
Challenges and Opportunities for the Consultant Pharmacist


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Due to potential toxicities associated with anti-arrhythmic drug therapy, older individuals with chronic AF and multiple chronic co-morbidities should be managed with rate control instead of rhythm control.

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Mr. L. is a 76-year old man with persistent AF and a history of coronary artery disease. He has no evidence of hypertension, heart failure, diabetes, or any recent strokes or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).

What is his CHADS risk score?

Which of the following would you recommend for this patient?

What do you feel is the biggest challenge in the management of older adults with AF who reside in LTC settings?




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