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What cardiovascular change occurs during early pregnancy?
What cardiovascular change occurs during early pregnancy?
- Decreased cardiac output.
- Increased systemic resistance.
- Decreased intravascular volume.
- Increased cardiac output by 30-45%. (correct)
What is a common issue for patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
What is a common issue for patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
- Increased systemic resistance due to vasodilation.
- Difficulty in managing increased intravascular volume. (correct)
- Tolerating high levels of exercise without discomfort.
- Absence of cardiac decompensation.
What does NYHA Functional Classification I indicate?
What does NYHA Functional Classification I indicate?
- Asymptomatic. (correct)
- Inability to perform any physical activity.
- Severe heart failure.
- Symptomatic with moderate physical activity.
Which congenital heart defect is characterized by a left-to-right shunt?
Which congenital heart defect is characterized by a left-to-right shunt?
What potential complication can arise from untreated congenital heart defects during pregnancy?
What potential complication can arise from untreated congenital heart defects during pregnancy?
What is the usual treatment approach for ventricular septal defects (VSD) identified in childhood?
What is the usual treatment approach for ventricular septal defects (VSD) identified in childhood?
What is a main concern regarding a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in pregnancy?
What is a main concern regarding a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in pregnancy?
What major cause can lead to cardiac decompensation in pregnant patients with underlying cardiac diseases?
What major cause can lead to cardiac decompensation in pregnant patients with underlying cardiac diseases?
What is the primary treatment for Mitral Valve Prolapse if the patient experiences symptoms?
What is the primary treatment for Mitral Valve Prolapse if the patient experiences symptoms?
Which condition is almost always the cause of Mitral Valve Stenosis?
Which condition is almost always the cause of Mitral Valve Stenosis?
In the case of Aortic Stenosis, what is notable about its occurrence during childbearing years?
In the case of Aortic Stenosis, what is notable about its occurrence during childbearing years?
What is a primary goal of treatment for Mitral Valve Stenosis during pregnancy?
What is a primary goal of treatment for Mitral Valve Stenosis during pregnancy?
What treatment is often unnecessary for patients with Mitral Valve Prolapse?
What treatment is often unnecessary for patients with Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Which of the following is a common association with Tetralogy of Fallot?
Which of the following is a common association with Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is often maintained as a priority in uncorrected Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is often maintained as a priority in uncorrected Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is a common treatment approach for Mitral Valve Stenosis during pregnancy?
What is a common treatment approach for Mitral Valve Stenosis during pregnancy?
What is the threshold for diagnosing anemia in pregnancy during the second trimester?
What is the threshold for diagnosing anemia in pregnancy during the second trimester?
Which infection is considered the most common postpartum infection?
Which infection is considered the most common postpartum infection?
Which of the following factors is NOT a risk associated with postpartum infections?
Which of the following factors is NOT a risk associated with postpartum infections?
What is the best approach to prevent postpartum infections according to the care management guidelines?
What is the best approach to prevent postpartum infections according to the care management guidelines?
Which of the following is a recommended nursing intervention for preventing postpartum infections?
Which of the following is a recommended nursing intervention for preventing postpartum infections?
Which condition is related to generalized weakness of connective tissue and aortic root dilation?
Which condition is related to generalized weakness of connective tissue and aortic root dilation?
What is the primary treatment strategy for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?
What is the primary treatment strategy for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with higher risks during pregnancy in women with cardiomyopathy?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with higher risks during pregnancy in women with cardiomyopathy?
What is the recommended management for patients with a bioprosthetic valve during pregnancy?
What is the recommended management for patients with a bioprosthetic valve during pregnancy?
What is the expected outcome for women with Peripartum Cardiomyopathy after 6 months?
What is the expected outcome for women with Peripartum Cardiomyopathy after 6 months?
Which of the following is a prominent risk factor for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?
Which of the following is a prominent risk factor for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?
Which statement regarding heart transplantation for pregnant women is accurate?
Which statement regarding heart transplantation for pregnant women is accurate?
What is a key characteristic of Infective Endocarditis?
What is a key characteristic of Infective Endocarditis?
What is a key intervention to minimize stress on the heart during pregnancy?
What is a key intervention to minimize stress on the heart during pregnancy?
Which of the following is a common infection that may lead to cardiac decompensation during pregnancy?
Which of the following is a common infection that may lead to cardiac decompensation during pregnancy?
What dietary component is particularly important for pregnant individuals at risk for cardiac issues?
What dietary component is particularly important for pregnant individuals at risk for cardiac issues?
Which medication should be avoided during intrapartum care for patients with cardiac concerns?
Which medication should be avoided during intrapartum care for patients with cardiac concerns?
What is a common postoperative assessment for patients after childbirth with cardiac issues?
What is a common postoperative assessment for patients after childbirth with cardiac issues?
What condition in a pregnant woman can lead to an increased cardiac output?
What condition in a pregnant woman can lead to an increased cardiac output?
What is a preferred method of delivery for patients with significant cardiac concerns?
What is a preferred method of delivery for patients with significant cardiac concerns?
What is a potential risk for infants born to mothers with cardiac issues?
What is a potential risk for infants born to mothers with cardiac issues?
