18 Questions
What is the primary complication associated with heart failure?
Decrease in cardiac output
In right-sided heart failure, where does blood back up due to congestion?
Venae cava
Which of the following is a common risk factor for right-sided heart failure?
Pulmonary embolism
What symptom is NOT typically associated with right-sided heart failure?
Joint pain
Which vital sign alteration may be present in a patient with right-sided heart failure?
Tachycardia
What may an absent or change in pulse strength indicate during assessment?
Pulsus paradoxus
What is the main complication of nearly all forms of heart disease?
Decreased cardiac output
In left-sided heart failure, where does blood back up due to increased pressure?
Pulmonary veins
Which condition may lead to cardiogenic pulmonary edema in left-sided heart failure?
Poor gas exchange
What are some common signs and symptoms of heart failure?
Chest pain, dyspnea, fatigue
What is a significant risk factor for the development of left-sided heart failure?
Myocardial infarction (MI)
Which assessment is recommended for patients with suspected left-sided heart failure?
Assessing blood pressure
Which of the following skin signs may indicate poor skin signs according to the text?
Pale and cool skin
What condition does Jugular Vein Distention (JVD) indicate?
Right ventricular failure
What is the result of Kussmaul Sign?
Increased jugular venous pressure
How is Pulsus Paradoxus defined according to the text?
Difference of more than 10 mmHg between systolic BP during inhalation and expiration
In what cases do lung sounds present as clear according to the text?
In acute cases isolated to cardiac dysfunction
What is an important assessment related to cardiac dysfunction mentioned in the text?
Assessment for sacral edema
Learn about right-sided heart failure and how it relates to chest pain assessment in EMS 60 at Moreno Valley College School of Public Safety. Explore the complications arising from various heart diseases and conditions affecting ventricular pumping function.
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