Medical Surgical Nursing Presentation on Heart Failure

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What is the primary role of an electrocardiogram (ECG)?

To visualize blood flow
To monitor heart's electrical activities (correct)
To evaluate kidney function
To measure ventricular ejection fraction

What type of heart failure is characterized by the left ventricle's inability to relax?

Diastolic heart failure (correct)
Right-sided heart failure
Congestive heart failure
Systolic heart failure

What is the purpose of a BNP blood test?

To evaluate thyroid function
To check for anemia
To measure cholesterol levels
To assess heart failure (correct)

In congestive heart failure, what effect do beta blockers have on the heart?

Improve the heart's pumping ability and decrease the workload (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging technique is used to visualize blood flow around the heart and blood vessels?

Cardiac catheterization with angiography (B) Signup and view all the answers

What lifestyle change is recommended to manage congestive heart failure?

Regular physical activity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What symptom is specifically mentioned as occurring in Stage C of congestive heart failure?

Nausea (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of assessing ejection fraction in cardiac diagnostics?

To measure how well ventricles pump blood (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is characteristic of left-sided heart failure?

Shortness of breath with activity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic evaluation method for congestive heart failure involves asking about the patient's family history?

Patient history (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is right-sided heart failure often seen after left-sided heart failure?

As a result of the return of blood into the right ventricle from the pulmonary trunk (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition leads to poor tissue perfusion due to ineffective blood pumping by the heart?

Cardiomyopathy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes systolic heart failure from diastolic heart failure?

Systolic is when left ventricle cannot fully contract; diastolic is when it cannot relax. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is NOT associated with right-sided heart failure?

Shortness of breath, especially when lying flat (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of congestive heart failure involves symptoms that interfere with daily life functions?

Stage D (A) Signup and view all the answers

What triggers compensatory activation of neurohormonal systems in heart failure?

Reduced cardiac output (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which medication type can help lower blood pressure in congestive heart failure management?

RAAS inhibitors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of pharmacological interventions in managing congestive heart failure?

Improve heart's pumping ability (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the heart in the human body?

Left of the center (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many chambers does the heart have?

Four chambers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do the coronary arteries supply to the heart muscle?

Oxygen and nutrients (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cardiac cycle involves relaxation of the heart muscles?

Diastole (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens in heart failure?

The heart can't pump enough blood for the body's needs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What regulates blood flow to ensure unidirectional circulation in the heart?

The heart valves (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of aneurysm repair?

To repair a weak section of the artery or heart wall (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)?

To regulate heart rhythms through electrical stimulation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of keeping the patient on fowler's position in nursing care of congestive heart failure patients?

To maintain skin integrity and prevent pressure ulcers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves the insertion of an artificial or biological valve made from pigs, cows, or human heart tissue?

Heart valve repair or replacement (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to frequently assess and monitor symptoms in patients with congestive heart failure?

To ensure timely intervention and management of worsening condition (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which action is part of the general nursing care for patients with congestive heart failure?

Encouraging active and passive exercises (D) Signup and view all the answers