Cardiovascular DisordersAs the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women cardiovascular disorders account for 7 million hospitalizations per year (NCSL 2012).
This is the result of the extensive treatment and care that is often required for patients with cardiovascular disorders. While some disorders progress slowly others progress rapidly and may lead to death in a matter of minutes. Therefore it is important that you as an advanced practice nurse are able to quickly recognize signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disorders. As you assist physicians with the diagnosis and treatment of patients it is essential to consider individual patient factors that might impact treatment and care.
To prepare:
Review this weeks media presentations on alterations of cardiovascular function and hypertension and hyperlipidemia.
Select one of the following alterations of cardiovascular disorders:
o Anaphylactic shock
o Chronic venous insufficiency
o Congestive heart failure
o Coronary artery disease
o Dysrhythmia
o Heart murmur
o Hypertension
o Myocardial infarction
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