Surgery for atrial fibrillation (AF) may also be performed through an open sternotomy or right minithoracotomy 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) Have valve instruments, coronary instruments, and an array of tube grafts, valves, or valved conduits available.
C) Monitor for bleeding, infection, and potential complications related to heart surgery.
D) Have packed RBCs available.
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