Atrial fibrillation is a serious disease. However, it gets to be more complicated when it is accompanied by high blood pressure readings. Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia. An estimated 6 million people have atrial fibrillation, and over half … Read More
Atrial Fib and Cardioembolic Stroke With tPA As a cardiac nurse, I have seen many people present with mini-strokes or strokes. Many times the patient or their loved one is not aware that they are having a stroke. There is … Read More
Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation When I am at work, whether I am working in the intensive care unit or the emergency department, we have to be prepared for all types of emergencies. The 911- ambulance system has a way of … Read More