Week 9 Cardiovascular Disorders Flashcards
Coronary artery disease
Arteries that provide the blood supply to the heart itself are diseased - narrowed or blocked
Atherosclerosis
Thickening and narrowing of the artery walls
Signs and symptoms of CAD
Chest pain
What is the risk of angina pectoris
Inscrease risk of heart attack
Signs and symptoms of angina pectoris
Chest pain
Pain that radiates
Pale, feel faint
Dyspnea
Treatment for angina pectoris
Rest
Medication
Medication will cause vasodilation that will cause a headache
Myocardial infarction caused by
Lack of blood supply to the heart muscle (ischemia)
Signs and symptoms of myocardial infarction
Sudden and severe chest pain
Pain that radiates
Pain that last longer
Indigestion
Shortness of breath
Myocardial infarction treatment
Emergency care
Relieve pain
Cardiac rehabilitation programs
Lifestyle changes
Treatment for CAD
Weight loss
Regular exercise
Healthy diet
Surgical procedures
Congestive heart failure occurs when
The heart cannot pump blood normally
Right sided failure
Fluid builds up in the body and lower extremities
Right sided heart failure causes
Swollen ankles and lower legs
Weight gain
Engorged liver
Left sided failure
Builds up fluid in the lungs
Left sided failure causes
Respirations sounds crackly and moisture
Dyspnea
Cough
Fatigue
