pathophysiology

CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS

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In this exercise, you will complete a MindMap Template to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap Template. myocardial infarction endocarditis myocarditis valvular disorders lipid panels coagulation clotting cascade deep vein thrombosis hypertension heart failure

Pathophysiology

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  Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of adult morbidity and mortality, accounting for 31% of deaths worldwide. The most common vascular system disorder is hypertension, defined by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association (AHA) as blood pressure >130/80 mm Hg. How do antihypertensive medications interact with determinants of cardiac output … Read more

Interpret ABG

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Mr. B is a 70-year-old man who developed sub sternal chest pains radiating down his left arm while at home. He was taken to the ER via ambulance. His breathing was labored, pulses rapid and weak, and his skin was cold and clammy. An ECG was done which revealed significant “Q” waves in most leads. … Read more

Nursing Grand Round Presentation

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Assignment Directions:  Review your participant’s holistic assessment form from week 3 as well as feedback from your instructor. Make sure your participant and medical condition are approved before creating the presentation. Using the Grand Rounds Slide Outline provided, create a 10-slide presentation. You should have one slide for each content area. Do not include more content … Read more

Intro

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As a way to introduce yourself to the rest of the class, please tell tell us a bit about you: Tell us about your past experience with anatomy and physiology coursework. Did you enjoy the course(s) or find it challenging? In what way? Do you feel prepared to begin the study of pathophysiology? What are … Read more