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What is a common age range for children affected by rheumatic fever?
What is a common age range for children affected by rheumatic fever?
- 5 to 15 years old (correct)
- 21 to 30 years old
- 16 to 20 years old
- 1 to 3 years old
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of rheumatic heart disease?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of rheumatic heart disease?
- Fever
- Elevated blood pressure (correct)
- Epistaxis
- Joint involvement
What complication can occur as a result of rheumatic heart disease affecting the heart valves?
What complication can occur as a result of rheumatic heart disease affecting the heart valves?
- Coronary artery blockage
- Valvular stenosis and insufficiency (correct)
- Valve calcification
- Atrial hypertrophy
In which area of the body can necrosis develop due to inflammatory heart disorders?
In which area of the body can necrosis develop due to inflammatory heart disorders?
What is characterized by heart murmurs resulting from stenosis or insufficiency of the valves in rheumatic heart disease?
What is characterized by heart murmurs resulting from stenosis or insufficiency of the valves in rheumatic heart disease?
What is the primary diagnostic test used to assess for cardiac dysrhythmia?
What is the primary diagnostic test used to assess for cardiac dysrhythmia?
Which symptom is characteristic of pericarditis and aggravated by lying supine?
Which symptom is characteristic of pericarditis and aggravated by lying supine?
What is the first-line antibiotic preferred for treating pharyngeal infections related to cardiac issues?
What is the first-line antibiotic preferred for treating pharyngeal infections related to cardiac issues?
What is a common nursing intervention for patients experiencing an acute phase of pericarditis?
What is a common nursing intervention for patients experiencing an acute phase of pericarditis?
Which laboratory result would indicate an elevated inflammatory response in a patient with pericarditis?
Which laboratory result would indicate an elevated inflammatory response in a patient with pericarditis?
Which of the following nursing interventions is important for a patient in acute pericarditis?
Which of the following nursing interventions is important for a patient in acute pericarditis?
What is a hallmark finding during assessment that supports a diagnosis of pericarditis?
What is a hallmark finding during assessment that supports a diagnosis of pericarditis?
Which of the following is a common complication of myocarditis?
Which of the following is a common complication of myocarditis?
What is a primary risk factor for developing infective endocarditis?
What is a primary risk factor for developing infective endocarditis?
What is the recommended management for a patient with acute endocarditis experiencing symptoms?
What is the recommended management for a patient with acute endocarditis experiencing symptoms?
Which diagnostic test is specifically indicated for evaluating structural problems in the heart related to infective endocarditis?
Which diagnostic test is specifically indicated for evaluating structural problems in the heart related to infective endocarditis?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with myocarditis?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with myocarditis?
What position should a patient be maintained in to alleviate discomfort related to inflammation?
What position should a patient be maintained in to alleviate discomfort related to inflammation?
Which of the following is NOT a component of monitoring related to fluid volume overload?
Which of the following is NOT a component of monitoring related to fluid volume overload?
What is an appropriate action to manage discomfort in a patient with an inflammatory process?
What is an appropriate action to manage discomfort in a patient with an inflammatory process?
What type of medication should be administered to a patient experiencing fluid volume overload?
What type of medication should be administered to a patient experiencing fluid volume overload?
Which of the following organisms is the most common cause of infective endocarditis?
Which of the following organisms is the most common cause of infective endocarditis?
Which symptom should be monitored to assess for complications in a patient with ineffective myocardial pumping action?
Which symptom should be monitored to assess for complications in a patient with ineffective myocardial pumping action?
When monitoring electrolyte values in a patient with fluid volume overload, which of the following should be prioritized?
When monitoring electrolyte values in a patient with fluid volume overload, which of the following should be prioritized?
What is the primary reason for assessing vital signs every 2-4 hours in patients?
What is the primary reason for assessing vital signs every 2-4 hours in patients?
What role does a padded overbed table play in patient care for those with discomfort related to inflammation?
What role does a padded overbed table play in patient care for those with discomfort related to inflammation?
What type of diet modification might be prescribed for a patient with fluid volume overload?
What type of diet modification might be prescribed for a patient with fluid volume overload?
Study Notes
Inflammatory Heart Disorders Overview
- Inflammatory heart disorders include: Rheumatic Heart Disease, Pericarditis, Endocarditis, Myocarditis, and Cardiomyopathy.
- Focus on nursing care approaches tailored to inflammatory heart disorders.
Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Result of untreated Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, mainly affecting children ages 5 to 15.
- Involves inflammation of heart tissues, central nervous system, joints, skin, and subcutaneous tissues.
- Complications from a history of rheumatic fever lead to damage in pericardium, myocardium, or endocardium.
- Symptoms include fever, increased pulse, joint pain, and cardiac inflammation (carditis).
Assessment
- Subjective symptoms: Joint pain, chest pain, fatigue.
- Objective symptoms: Erythema marginatum, involuntary movement, heart murmurs due to valve issues.
Diagnostic Tests
- Diagnosis confirmed through symptoms, EKG, elevated ESR, and C-reactive protein tests.
Medical Management
- Prevention and rapid antibiotic treatment (Penicillin) are crucial.
- NSAIDs for inflammation, bedrest necessary for patients with carditis.
- Possible surgical interventions: commissurotomy or valve replacement.
Nursing Interventions
- Maintain bedrest, proper positioning, emotional support, and patient education regarding the disease and diet.
Pericarditis
- Inflammation of the pericardium; can be acute (due to infections) or chronic (due to thickening and constriction).
- Symptoms: Severe chest pain worsens when lying down, relieved by sitting forward, along with dyspnea and fever.
- Notable finding: pericardial friction rub.
Assessment
- Subjective: Muscle aches, fatigue, dyspnea, and chest pain.
- Objective: Facial grimace, chills, vital sign changes, and crackling sound in the heart.
Diagnostic Tests
- EKG, echocardiogram, blood tests for leukocytosis, and chest X-rays.
Medical Management
- Analgesics, oxygen therapy, and antibiotics for infection.
- Anti-inflammatory agents (e.g., indomethacin) and potential pericardiocentesis for tamponade.
Nursing Interventions
- Monitor vital signs, auscultate heart and lung sounds, maintain bedrest, and elevate head of the bed.
Endocarditis
- Infection/inflammation targeting the inner lining of the heart, especially valves.
- Common pathogens include Streptococcus viridans, Staphylococcus aureus, and Enterococci.
Assessment
- Symptoms: Flu-like symptoms, recurrent fever, undue fatigue, and possible embolic phenomena.
- Objective findings include petechiae, splinter hemorrhages, and murmurs.
Diagnostic Tests
- EKG, transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, and blood cultures.
Medical Management
- Extended antibiotic therapy, along with rest and symptom management.
Nursing Interventions
- Observe for petechiae, monitor vital signs, provide emotional support, and ensure proper nutrition.
Myocarditis
- Inflammation of the myocardium caused by infections or autoimmune diseases.
- Coxsackie virus type B is a major infectious cause in the U.S.
Symptoms
- Similar to upper respiratory infections: fever, chills, abdominal pain, fatigue, myalgia.
Diagnostic Tests
- Chest X-ray, ECG, echocardiography, and cardiac catheterization for evaluation.
Medical Management
- Treatment focuses on symptoms and may include antibiotics, anti-inflammatory agents, and dysrhythmia correction.
Cardiomyopathy
- Represents various heart muscle diseases, impacting heart function but not caused by coronary artery or vascular disease.
Classification
- Primary cardiomyopathy is of unknown cause: dilated, hypertrophic, restrictive.
- Secondary causes may include infections, drugs, or significant medical conditions.
Symptoms
- Patient may experience angina, syncope, fatigue, and exercise intolerance.
Diagnostic Tests
- Diagnosis typically involves clinical evaluation, EKG, echocardiogram, and possibly endomyocardial biopsy.
Medical Management
- Treatment strategies include medications like diuretics and ACE inhibitors, with heart transplant as a last resort for severe cases.
Nursing Interventions
- Include symptom relief, monitoring for dysrhythmias, emotional support, and patient education on dietary restrictions and activity levels.
Patient Teaching
- Emphasize the importance of reporting any signs of recurrent infections or complications, and adhering to prophylactic antibiotics where necessary.
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This quiz explores various inflammatory heart disorders such as Rheumatic Heart Disease, Pericarditis, Endocarditis, Myocarditis, and Cardiomyopathy. It emphasizes nursing care approaches and diagnostic criteria essential for understanding these conditions. Students will gain insights into assessment, symptoms, and medical management relevant to these heart disorders.
