Modifiable Risk Factors
This protocol uses 3-month CPX as the individual baseline and mandates a two-step device optimization bundle (rate response + upper rate review) for Yellow results, with escalation and CPX-based reassessment…
While the new guidelines provide excellent lifestyle changes (backed by evidence) for mitigation of atrial fibrillation, in clinic visits practitioners are often rushed for time, patients can feel scolded instead…
Modifiable Risk Factors: The National Academies Roundtable on Obesity Solutions hosted a public workshop series in April and June 2023 that explored the current science on measures of body composition and body fat distribution. Discussions focused on the strengths and limitations, and clinical and anthropological perspectives of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of adiposity and health. Presentations also shed light on the connection between misinformation and bias and stigma, as well as challenged current communication strategies to improve messaging about obesity.
AF Agile Pathway – Ambulatory
Checklists: Self-evaluation tool for patients to use in their management of diagnosed AFib. Includes additional resources and a place for notes.
Care Pathways/CDS: Care pathway and decision support tool for use in the outpatient management of AFib patients. Includes when to consider early consultation, AV nodal blocking therapies, modifiable risk factors, and need for anti-coagulation.
Care Pathways/CDS: SOP for therapy options when treating AFib. Includes flow chart, decision trees, chart for AAD dosage, and risk factors/comorbidities.
Best Practices: Best Practices for Sleep and Weight Referrals, including chart and visual care pathway.
Guidelines/Clinical Documents: Guidelines document outlining best practices for the management of AFib.
AF Agile Pathway – Emergency Department