Authors

  1. Norton, Colleen K. PhD, RN, CCRN
  2. Brown, Alexandra MSN, RN
  3. Benedetto, Heather N. MSN, ACNP-BC, RN
  4. Granitto, Margaret PhD, ANP-BC, RN

Abstract

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an illness that was sudden, unexpected, and global. Primarily a disease of the vascular endothelium, the virus threatens all of core systems, as well as behavioral and mental health, during the acute and long-term phases. Attention is now being given to the identification and care of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19. This article presents the case of a "long hauler" who presented post-cardiac arrest with a history of COVID-19. Diagnosed with Brugada syndrome, his assessment, diagnosis, and care are discussed. In addition, the need for early identification and care for patients with post-COVID-19 symptoms is addressed.