Which of the following is a potential complication for a patient with atrial fibrillation?
a. Asthma
b. COPD
c. Blood clot formation
d. Renal failure
ANS: C
Treatment for atrial fibrillation is similar to the treatment for atrial flutter. However, patient with sustained atrial fibrillation is often treated with anticoagulants or antithrombolytic medications to treat potential blood clot formation, medications to slow the heart rate, and cardioversion.
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