Progressive Care Exam 2023 Questions and Answers
Progressive Care Exam 2023 Questions and Answers Pericarditis - ANSWER - Inflammation of the pericardium, CP that goes away w/ mvmt and relieved w/ NSAIDS; ST elevation; Sharp, stabbing CP Pericardial Effusion - ANSWER - Accumulation of fluid in the pericardium (the sac around the heart); complication of pericarditis; -SOB, orthopnea, tachycardia (sx of HF) -TX: NSAIDS---- Pericardiocentesis (depending on severity) Pericardiocentesis - ANSWER - surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from the sac surrounding the heart Cardiac Tamponade - ANSWER - acute compression of the heart caused by fluid accumulation in the pericardial cavity -s/sx: decreased CO, tachycardia, dyspea -ECHO -Pericardiocentesis Hallmark of tamponade: Beck's triade - ANSWER - Muffled heart sounds, Distended jugular neck veins, hypotension Carotid Endarterectomy - ANSWER - The surgical removal of the lining of a portion of clogged carotid artery leading to the brain. This is done to reduce the risk of a stroke caused by a disruption of blood flow to the brain. Carotid Endarterectomy RN - ANSWER - -Frequent neuro checks
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