Pediatric Cardiac Bundle: Congenital Defects, Kawasaki
Master congenital heart defects, childhood vascular inflammation, and priority cardiac care with this high-yield visual study bundle! Created by a final-year BSN student, this scannable guide simplifies complex hemodynamic shifts, murmurs, and surgical progressions for nursing exams and the NCLEX. What’s Included: Left-to-Right Shunts (Acyanotic Defects): Detailed breakdown of ASD, VSD, and PDA. Focuses on the "back leak" mechanism, volume overload risks, heart failure indicators, and hallmark findings like harsh, loud systolic murmurs or machinery-like murmurs. Right-to-Left Shunts (Cyanotic Defects): Clear visual mapping of Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) and Tricuspid Atresia ("Blue Babies"). Covers compensatory mechanisms, "TET spells" management, and complex multi-stage surgical corrections (Glenn, Fontan, and shunt placements). Obstructive Defects: Structural tracking of Pulmonary and Aortic Stenosis, detailing how restricted outflow compromises cardiac output, drives ventricular work, and requires balloon angioplasty interventions. Kawasaki Disease: Comprehensive coverage of the 3 distinct clinical phases (Acute, Subacute, Convalescent), hallmark visual signs (strawberry tongue, desquamation), and critical medication rules involving high-dose Aspirin and IVIG. Perfect for visual learners looking to conquer challenging pediatric cardiology concepts, recognize structural defects instantly, and master exam priorities!
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- Uploaded on
- August 29, 2026
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- 6
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- 2026/2027
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- Other
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