Most patients with atrial flutter should be considered for chronic anticoagulation in a manner similar to those with atrial fibrillation (AF) . This recommendation is based not only on the fact atrial flutter carries a risk for systemic embolization but also that these patients usually have episodes of AF.
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Atrial flutter in an unstable patient should be treated immediately with synchronized cardioversion . Unstable patients are those with ongoing chest pain, severe shortness of breath, altered level of consciousness, or hypotension.
Read moreDoes patients with atrial flutter need anticoagulation?
Most patients with atrial flutter should be considered for chronic anticoagulation in a manner similar to those with atrial fibrillation (AF). This recommendation is based not only on the fact atrial flutter carries a risk for systemic embolization but also that these patients usually have episodes of AF.
Read moreHow do you treat atrial flutter ACLS?
When atrial flutter produces hemodynamic instability and serious signs and symptoms, it is treated using ACLS protocol. For the patient with unstable tachycardia due to this tachyarrhythmia (atrial flutter), immediate cardioversion is recommended . Drugs are not used to manage unstable tachycardia.
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