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Why should children with cardiomyopathy avoid competitive sports?
What is peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM)?
Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing PPCM?
At what age is PPCM most commonly diagnosed in pregnant women?
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What percentage of African American females with PPCM are likely to fail to recover?
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Which medication factor is associated with increased risk for PPCM?
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How does recovery time for African American females compare to females of other races after PPCM?
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Which factor may complicate the assessment of PPCM risk among African American females?
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Study Notes
Cardiomyopathy in Children
- Children with cardiomyopathy should avoid competitive sports due to the risk of collapse or worsening heart failure.
- Low-impact activities can be considered, but must be discussed with the child's healthcare provider based on their individual clinical status.
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM)
- PPCM is a rare but serious type of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) affecting the left ventricle.
- It occurs during the last month of pregnancy or the first five months after childbirth.
- It typically affects women without prior heart disease.
- PPCM can worsen heart function, affecting the lungs, liver, and other organs.
- Heart dysfunction is usually reversible, but can progress and require a heart transplant.
- A heart biopsy may be needed to determine the cause.
- Subsequent pregnancies are high risk, especially for women with permanent heart enlargement.
PPCM Risk Factors
- Most common in women over 30, but can occur in women of any age.
- Risk factors include multiple pregnancies, obesity, poor nutrition, smoking, alcohol use, high blood pressure (HTN), and African American descent.
- Certain medications can also increase risk.
Focus on Culture and Diversity: PPCM in African American Females
- African American women are disproportionately affected by PPCM.
- They are diagnosed at a younger age (28 vs. 31) and more likely to have low ejection fraction (less than 30%).
- African American women are twice as likely to not fully recover from PPCM and take longer to do so.
- Risk factors for African American women include HTN and previous pregnancies.
- It is unclear whether race itself is the primary predictor or if it's the combination of factors.
Nursing Considerations
- Nurses should counsel African American women about their increased risk for PPCM, especially if they have other risk factors.
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Description
This quiz explores the critical aspects of cardiomyopathy in children and the serious implications of peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM). Learn about the symptoms, risks, and management of these conditions, especially in vulnerable populations like pregnant women. Understanding these topics is essential for healthcare providers and caregivers alike.
