After Your Electrical Cardioversion: Self-care at home - 07/2020

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After Your Electrical Cardioversion: Self-care at home

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Abstract

This handout gives important self-care instructions for patients to follow at home after having an electrical cardioversion. It includes guidelines on activity limits, safety precautions, bathing, skin care, and eating. It also lists symptoms that require a call to the doctor or 911.

Author

Cardiac Procedures

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2013

Revision Date

07/2020

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General Subject

Cardiovascular Disorders

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Activities of Daily Living

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

4094