Fatigue, dyspnea, and intermittent symptoms are associated with treatment-seeking delay for symptoms of atrial fibrillation before diagnosis
Conclusion:
Experiencing fatigue, dyspnea and intermittent symptoms produced symptom representations and emotional and behavioral responses associated with treatment-seeking delay. There is a critical need to develop and test educational interventions to increase awareness of the spectrum and characteristics of AF symptoms and appropriate treatment-seeking behaviors.
Source: European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: McCabe, P. J., Rhudy, L. M., Chamberlain, A. M., DeVon, H. A. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
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