NUR250: Nursing Care of a Patient with Atrial Fibrillation Report

This report presents a comprehensive nursing care plan for a patient, Robert Lalara, diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF), considering his medical history including smoking, diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidaemia. The report details the patient's condition, including chest pain and a racing heart, and addresses the risks associated with AF, such as stroke and heart failure. It includes a nursing care plan addressing the risk of infection due to hyperlipidaemia, impaired tissue perfusion related to AF, and knowledge deficit due to the patient's indigenous background. Each nursing problem includes related factors, goals of care, nursing interventions, rationale, and evaluation criteria. The report also discusses discharge planning, emphasizing the importance of heart rate regulation and follow-up programs. Furthermore, it explores pharmacological interventions like Rivaroxaban and Simvastatin, along with their side effects, and the role of statins in managing AF. The report references relevant studies to support the care plan and treatment strategies.