Direct anticoagulants and nursing: an approach from patient's safety.
In recent years, a new line of treatment for the prevention of stroke in non-valvular atrial fibrillation, the so-called direct anticoagulants or new anticoagulants has appeared. The proper management and follow-up of these patients is essential to minimize their side effects and ensure patient safety. In this article, a description of these drugs is given, analyzing their characteristics, functioning and interactions together with the most habitual nursing interventions, as well as a reflection on the implications for the practice.
['Romero Ruiz|Adolfo|A|', 'Romero-Arana|Adolfo|A|', 'Gómez-Salgado|Juan|J|']
D000925:Anticoagulants D001281:Atrial Fibrillation D006801:Humans D061214:Patient Safety D020521:Stroke
Anticoagulants Nurses Patient safety Anticoagulantes Enfermeras Fibrilación auricular Non valvular atrial fibrilation Seguridad clínica