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Which of these symptoms is most commonly associated with left-sided heart failure?
Which of these symptoms is most commonly associated with left-sided heart failure?
- Pulmonary congestion (correct)
- Jaundice
- Syncope
- Peripheral edema
What is considered the primary nursing management strategy for a patient with right-sided heart failure?
What is considered the primary nursing management strategy for a patient with right-sided heart failure?
- Administering diuretics to manage fluid overload (correct)
- Increasing physical activity without limitations
- Monitoring blood glucose levels closely
- Encouraging high sodium diet for better blood pressure
Which medication class is primarily used in the pharmacological treatment of heart failure to reduce afterload?
Which medication class is primarily used in the pharmacological treatment of heart failure to reduce afterload?
- Calcium channel blockers
- Beta-blockers
- Nitrates
- ACE inhibitors (correct)
Which diagnostic assessment is most effective for evaluating the presence of left-sided heart failure?
Which diagnostic assessment is most effective for evaluating the presence of left-sided heart failure?
What symptom is often overlooked but critical in diagnosing right-sided heart failure?
What symptom is often overlooked but critical in diagnosing right-sided heart failure?
Which of the following pharmacological treatments is typically contraindicated in patients with both heart failure and renal impairment?
Which of the following pharmacological treatments is typically contraindicated in patients with both heart failure and renal impairment?
Which assessment finding is critical in a patient presenting with exacerbation of heart failure?
Which assessment finding is critical in a patient presenting with exacerbation of heart failure?
What role do beta-blockers play in the management of chronic heart failure?
What role do beta-blockers play in the management of chronic heart failure?
What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention for a patient showing signs of fluid overload during a blood transfusion?
What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention for a patient showing signs of fluid overload during a blood transfusion?
Which symptoms indicate a possible left-sided heart failure that requires nursing attention?
Which symptoms indicate a possible left-sided heart failure that requires nursing attention?
What is the primary goal of pharmacological treatment in managing right-sided heart failure?
What is the primary goal of pharmacological treatment in managing right-sided heart failure?
What diagnostic assessment is crucial for identifying complications in patients with suspected heart failure?
What diagnostic assessment is crucial for identifying complications in patients with suspected heart failure?
What nursing management strategy should be prioritized when caring for a patient with heart failure?
What nursing management strategy should be prioritized when caring for a patient with heart failure?
Which of the following is NOT a common nursing intervention for patients receiving blood component therapy?
Which of the following is NOT a common nursing intervention for patients receiving blood component therapy?
In implementing a care plan for a heart failure patient, which assessment finding should prompt immediate action?
In implementing a care plan for a heart failure patient, which assessment finding should prompt immediate action?
Which parameter would be most relevant to monitor regularly in a patient with chronic heart failure?
Which parameter would be most relevant to monitor regularly in a patient with chronic heart failure?
Which of the following is a common nursing management strategy for left-sided heart failure?
Which of the following is a common nursing management strategy for left-sided heart failure?
Which pharmacological treatment is typically prescribed for patients experiencing right-sided heart failure?
Which pharmacological treatment is typically prescribed for patients experiencing right-sided heart failure?
What is the primary purpose of assessing Central Venous Pressure (CVP) in patients with heart failure?
What is the primary purpose of assessing Central Venous Pressure (CVP) in patients with heart failure?
Which diagnostic assessment is most commonly used to evaluate the severity of heart failure?
Which diagnostic assessment is most commonly used to evaluate the severity of heart failure?
Which of the following would be an inappropriate nursing intervention for a patient in acute left-sided heart failure?
Which of the following would be an inappropriate nursing intervention for a patient in acute left-sided heart failure?
In the management of right-sided heart failure, which assessment finding is most indicative of worsening condition?
In the management of right-sided heart failure, which assessment finding is most indicative of worsening condition?
Which medication class is primarily used to manage fluid overload in heart failure patients?
Which medication class is primarily used to manage fluid overload in heart failure patients?
What nursing intervention is critical after a patient undergoes a surgical procedure for heart failure?
What nursing intervention is critical after a patient undergoes a surgical procedure for heart failure?
Which of the following conditions is a potential postoperative complication of cardiovascular surgeries?
Which of the following conditions is a potential postoperative complication of cardiovascular surgeries?
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Study Notes
Week 2 Lecture: NURS2040 - Professional Practice 4
- Recommendations for renovating an operating theater at an emergency obstetric care facility were published in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics in 2001. The publication includes details on correct traffic flow.
Images for Reference
- Various images were referenced, including those depicting anesthesia techniques (local anesthetic, epidural, eye block, brachial plexus block, femoral block), deviated septum, dermatomes, laryngectomy, lap thyroidectomy, and radical neck dissection.
Week 6 Tutorial and Labs
- A blood safety e-learning resource is available for portfolio/CV completion.
- Tutorials involve reviewing case studies from the Clinical Reasoning text on caring for patients with cardiac conditions (ischemic chest pain, heart failure) and those receiving blood component therapies (red blood cells, platelets, fresh frozen plasma).
- Access to chapter answer guides and additional case studies (CCF, CABG, chest pain management) is provided.
References
- Several references are listed, including sources on perioperative nursing, medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology in nursing, sentinel event reporting, and the pre-procedure preparation toolkit. Specific editions and publishers are cited for textbooks.
Course Updates (NURS2040)
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Assessment 1 (mid-semester) is complete, with marks released in two weeks. Deferred submissions have a three-day window.
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Assessment 2 (Med+Safe, hurdle task 1) follows the study week break, with multiple attempts allowed.
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Assessment 4 (CSE – IDC insertion, hurdle task 3) involves practice sessions and assessments in designated weeks. Signup links and announcements are via Blackboard.
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Assessment 5 is the final semester test in week 10.
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A study break is scheduled for September 2nd.
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Week 7 in Broome is a study week.
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Week 8 includes a compulsory STS event.
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Week 9 features a pre-recorded lecture due to a public holiday, with no tutorial.
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Week 10 includes the end-of-semester assessment and potential second attempts for CSEs.
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Week 11 includes SGG for OT placement students.
Week 6 Objectives
- Review of cardiac physiology, perfusion, and monitoring.
- Exploration of nursing management of cardiovascular postoperative complications.
- Discussion of Central Venous Pressure (CVP) and Jugular Venous Pressure (JVP) indications and measurement.
- Discussion of complex perfusion dysfunction and nursing management for heart failure patients.
- Discussion of medical and surgical cardiovascular interventions and nursing considerations.
- Discussion of a congenital pediatric cardiovascular issue.
Fluid Overload/Circulatory Overload Management
- Stop transfusion immediately.
- Notify medical staff; perform frequent observations, check medication chart (frusemide administration), obtain FBC, and provide nursing care as per fluid overload protocol. Symptoms include dyspnea, chest pain, anxiety, diaphoresis, blood-tinged sputum, and crackles on chest auscultation.
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