Older Adults at Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Lack Knowledge and Confidence to Seek Treatment for Signs and Symptoms

Older Adults at Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Lack Knowledge and Confidence to Seek Treatment for Signs and Symptoms

Early detection of atrial fibrillation (AF) is crucial for averting AF-related stroke and heart failure, but treatment is delayed when AF is not recognized. The critical need for early detection and treatment requires education to promote AF awareness. Knowledge deficits, attitudes, and beliefs abou...

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Main Authors: Pamela J. McCabe PhD, RN, Debra L. Barton PhD, RN, Holli A. DeVon PhD, RN
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2017-08-01
Series:SAGE Open Nursing
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2377960817720324

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