What can I ask my parent's doctor about atrial fibrillation?

If your parent has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, you will want to learn all you can about this condition. Here are some questions you can ask your parent's doctor when you go to their appointment:

• What is atrial fibrillation?
• Is this a serious heart condition?
• What are the symptoms of atrial fibrillation?
• What causes atrial fibrillation?
• What medical tests will my parent need?
• What medications will you prescribe?
• How should these medications be taken?
• Will insurance or Medicare cover the cost of medications for atrial fibrillation?
• Should my parent continue to be physically active?
• Will my parent be screened for other forms of heart disease?
• When should my parents call the doctor or 911 with atrial fibrillation?