Medical Surgical Nursing: Atrial Fibrillation Care Plan Assessment

This assignment provides a detailed nursing care plan for a 42-year-old Torres Strait Islander patient, Robert, admitted to the clinical decision unit with atrial fibrillation and cardiovascular issues. The plan addresses the patient's medical history, including diabetes, smoking, hypertension, and other comorbidities. It includes a nursing care plan addressing the risks of infection, impaired tissue perfusion, and knowledge deficits, with specific goals, interventions, rationales, and evaluation methods. The assignment also covers discharge planning, emphasizing patient education on medications, self-care, and breathing techniques, along with family involvement and community care nurse collaboration. Finally, it discusses Digoxin administration, its mechanism of action, indications, and potential side effects, offering a comprehensive approach to patient care and management.