Chapter 19 Flashcards

Question

Components of cardiac rehabilitation

Answer 1

Low-cholesterol, low fat, low sodium diet Regular exercise program Medication to regulate heart rate and blood pressure Blood testing Stopping smoking Avoid of cold temperatures Stress management program

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A condition in which the legs, feet, arms, or hands do mot have enough blood circulation

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Inflammation of the veins in the lower extremities

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Special stockings used to help prevent swelling and blood clots and Aid circulation; also called elastic stockings

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Causes: build up of arterial plaque over time, reduction in cardiac output, phlebitis Most common rule is peripheral arterial disease Symptoms: cramping in hips, thighs. Legs, or calves, cyanotic hands or feet, bluish nailbeds, arms, and/or legs that are cool to the touch, edema in hands or feet, ulcers on legs or feet, or gangrene

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Report: complaints of pain or change in hands, legs, or feet. Change in vital signs, increased edema, weight gain, I&O change. Headache inability to see clearly, discomfort in head, neck, jaw, shoulder, chest, or back. Disorientation, dizziness or confusion Treatment: fluid restrictions or special diets, quitting smoking, anti-embolic stockings

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A plastic, air-filled sleeve that is placed around the leg and inflates and deflates regularly to help improve circulation, reduce fluid build-up, and prevent blood clots

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Used to improve circulation and prevent blood clots Applied during or after surgery Report damaged equipment to nurse

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A condition in which the heart is damaged and fails to pump efficiently

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Shortness of breath when lying down that is relieved by sitting up

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Cause: failure of heart muscle to pump effectively due to damage Symptoms: fatigue, reduction inability to be active, dyspnea, orthopnea, increased pulse, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness, confusion, weight gain, lack of appetite, edema, abdominal distention or pain, increased irritation. Symptoms associated with each side of the heart: left-sided failure: fatigue, orthopnea, coughing, rapid pulse, and weight gain

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Right-sided failure: fatigue, weakness, edema of the extremities (especially the ankles), bulging neck veins, irregular heartbeat, and fainting Treatment: medication, care plan that includes rest

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``` Follow orders for activity and exercise Measure daily weight and I&O Encourage resident to follow fluid and diet orders Use social stockings, as ordered Provide extra pillow in bed Assist with ADLs ```

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Assist with ROM exercises Report changes in activity levels, fatigue, dizziness, infusion, or fainting, increased respiratory rate, pulse, or blood pressure. Irregular heartbeat, palpitations, chest tightness or chest pain, dyspnea, coughing, wheezing, lack of appetite, abdominal swelling or pain, edema, bulging neck veins, weight gain from fluid retention, and change in urinary output

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A condition in which there is an accusation of fluid in the lungs; usually due to heart failure

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Cause: buildup of fluid in the lungs Symptoms: shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, gurgling when breathing, anxiety, restlessness Emergency treatment is necessary

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A condition in which the amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the body is less than normal

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A condition in which the body does not receive enough oxygen

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Cause: amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the body is less than normal Symptoms: fatigue, weakness, pale skin, problems with the tongue, brittle nails, difficulty concentrating Treatment for iron-deficiency anemia: diet of foods rich in iron, vitamins, iron supplements, and methods to treat constipation that can occur