ASHP Advantage: Finding Hidden Stroke Risk: Screening for Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation is the most common abnormal heart rhythm and has tripled in prevalence of the last 50 years. Approximately 20% of patients with atrial fibrillation may not even know that they have the arrhythmia. This podcast episode will provide insight into the importance of undiagnosed atrial fibrillation and will give practical tips to the pharmacist interested in developing a screening program for identifying undiagnosed atrial fibrillation. To learn more, visit www.ashpadvantage.com/nvaf The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.