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CNOR Operating Room Nursing

Category - Emergencies

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During a surgical procedure, the patient develops an atrial fibrillation. Which of the following conditions is a potential adverse outcome for failing to manage this condition?

Hypotension
Blood clots
Impaired wound healing
Death

Explanation

Answer: B-Failure to manage atrial fibrillation may result in blood clots. When the atria do not beat in sync with the ventricles, the excess blood may pool in the bases instead of passing through the valves into circulation. This blood may clot if it rests in the atria long enough, and small portions may break off into circulation. Atrial fibrillation typically is not life-threatening and often occurs when other, underlying disorders are present.

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