Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) deactivation discussions: Reality versus recommendations

Conclusion: Patients were not adequately informed regarding device deactivation prior to implantation, nor when their health deteriorated. The experience of a shock potentially affects professional decision making regarding device deactivation.

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Source: European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - January 20, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Hill, L., McIlfatrick, S., Taylor, B. J., Dixon, L., Cole, B. R., Moser, D. K., Fitzsimons, D. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research