Types of Heart Failure
- Left Sided
- Pulmonary Congestion
- Right Sided
- Peripheral Edema
- High Output
- Unable to Meet Metabolic Needs
Left Heart Failure Assessment
- Pulmonary Congestion
- Pink Frothy Sputum
- Wheezing or Crackles
- Dyspnea with Exertion
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Tachycardia
- Weak Peripheral Pulse
- S3, S4 Heart Sounds
Right Heart Failure Assessment
- Jugular Venous Distention (JVD)
- Peripheral Edema
- Hepatosplenomegaly
- Nocturia
- Weight Gain
- Ascites
- Fatigue
Heart Failure Interventions
- Echocardiogram
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
- High Fowler's Position
- Oxygen
- Advanced Airway
- Diuretics
- Beta Blockers
- Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
- ACE Inhibitors
- Digoxin (Lanoxin)
- Pacemaker
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Assessment
- Atherosclerosis
- Bruit
- Pulsation in Abdomen
- Abdominal or Lower Back Pain
- Tearing Pain
- Ultrasound
- Rupture
- Shock
- Surgical Repair
Acute Pericarditis Assessment
- Pericardial Sac Inflammation
- Sharp Chest Pain
- Increased with Inspiration
- Pain Decreased by Leaning Forward
- Pericardial Friction Rub
- Diffuse ST-Elevation
- T Wave Inversion
- Fever
- May Be Asymptomatic
- Cardiac Tamponade
Endocarditis Assessment
- Infection of Inner Layer and Valves
- Fever
- Fatigue
- New or Changed Murmurs
- Roth's Spots
- Splinter Hemorrhages
- Janeway Lesions
- Osler's Nodes
- Heart Failure
- Embolization
Endocarditis Interventions
- IV Antibiotics
- 4-6 Weeks
- Anticoagulants
- Good Hygiene
- Closely Monitor
- Antibiotic Prophylaxis
- Dental Procedures
- Invasive Procedures
Cardiac Catheterization
- Fluttering Sensation
- Contrast Media
- NPO 6-12 Hours
- Bed Rest
- Assess Circulation
- Assess for Bleeding
- Monitor Vital Signs