Surgery for Atrial Fibrillation (AF)may Also Be Performed Through an Open

Surgery for atrial fibrillation (AF) may also be performed through an open sternotomy or right mini-thoracotomy incisions.By creating small areas of scar tissue in the cardiac muscle,electrical impulses are forced to follow an alternative conduction path or "maze." Select all the statements regarding nursing considerations for the maze procedure that are true.

A) Monitor for heart rhythm problems.
B) Infuse cardioplegic solution through the aortic root and into the coronary arteries.
C) Monitor for bleeding,infection,and potential complications related to heart surgery.
D) Strip the chest tubes and test the pacing wires every 4 hours postoperatively.

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