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Mitral Stenosis
Symptoms: Dyspnea, fatigue, heart palpitations. Treatment: Medications (diuretics, anticoagulants), balloon valvuloplasty, valve replacement. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for atrial fibrillation, educate on stroke prevention, support during diagnostic procedures.
Tricuspid Atresia
Symptoms: Cyanosis, dyspnea, growth failure. Treatment: Surgical interventions (shunt, conduit), medications, heart transplant. Nursing Interventions: Monitor oxygenation, support growth and nutrition, educate the family on complex congenital heart disease.
Hypertension
Symptoms: Often asymptomatic, headache, nosebleeds. Treatment: Lifestyle changes, medication ( ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers). Nursing Interventions: Monitor blood pressure, educate on lifestyle modifications, medication adherence.
Heart Failure
Symptoms: Dyspnea, fatigue, edema. Treatment: Medication (ACE inhibitors, diuretics), lifestyle changes, surgery (ventricular assist devices). Nursing Interventions: Monitor fluid status, patient education on self-care, assist with daily activities.
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Symptoms: Leg pain, leg weakness, ulcers on feet or legs. Treatment: Lifestyle changes, medications (statins, blood thinners), surgery. Nursing Interventions: Smoking cessation education, encourage exercise, wound care.
Arrhythmias
Symptoms: Palpitations, dizziness, syncope. Treatment: Medications (antiarrhythmics), procedures (pacemakers, defibrillators, ablation). Nursing Interventions: Monitor cardiac rhythm, educate on device care and maintenance, manage antiarrhythmic medications.
Pulmonary Hypertension
Symptoms: Dyspnea, fatigue, chest pain. Treatment: Medications (endothelin receptor antagonists, PDE5 inhibitors), oxygen therapy, lung transplant. Nursing Interventions: Monitor oxygenation, support during activity, manage drug side effects.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms: Dyspnea, fatigue, edema. Treatment: Medications (ACE inhibitors, diuretics), implantable devices, heart transplant. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for heart failure, manage medications, patient education on lifestyle changes.
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms: Heart failure symptoms, swollen ankles, palpitations. Treatment: Heart failure management, medications (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors), possible device therapy. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for symptoms of heart failure, emotional support, patient education on medication and self-care.
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Symptoms: Fever, joint pain, heart murmur. Treatment: Antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medication, surgery (valve repair/replacement). Nursing Interventions: Antibiotic prophylaxis education, monitor for signs of heart failure, support for chronic management.
Ventricular Septal Defect
Symptoms: Heart murmur, shortness of breath, failure to thrive. Treatment: Observation, surgical closure, cardiac catheterization. Nursing Interventions: Monitor cardiac and respiratory status, support for family, growth and development assessment.
Mitral Valve Prolapse
Symptoms: Often asymptomatic, palpitations, shortness of breath. Treatment: Lifestyle changes, medication (if symptomatic), surgery (valve repair). Nursing Interventions: Educate on regular follow-up, monitor for progression, manage symptoms with medications if needed.
Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
Symptoms: Rapid heart rate, dizziness, shortness of breath. Treatment: Medications (antiarrhythmics), catheter ablation. Nursing Interventions: Monitor cardiac rhythm, pre- and post-procedure care, patient education on living with arrhythmias.
Aneurysm
Symptoms: Often asymptomatic, pain, rupture can lead to internal bleeding. Treatment: Observation, medications (to lower blood pressure), surgery (clipping, coiling). Nursing Interventions: Monitor for signs of rupture, blood pressure control, pre- and post-operative care.
Pericarditis
Symptoms: Chest pain, pericardial friction rub, ECG changes. Treatment: Anti-inflammatory medications, antibiotics, pericardiocentesis. Nursing Interventions: Pain management, monitor for signs of tamponade, patient education on follow-up care.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms: Shortness of breath, chest pain, syncope. Treatment: Medications (beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers), surgery (septal myectomy), alcohol septal ablation. Nursing Interventions: Genetic counseling, monitor for heart failure, assist with activity planning.
Atrial Fibrillation
Symptoms: Irregular heartbeat, heart palpitations, fainting. Treatment: Medications (beta-blockers, anticoagulants), procedures (cardioversion, ablation). Nursing Interventions: Monitor heart rate and rhythm, stroke prevention education, manage anticoagulant therapy.
Pulmonary Embolism
Symptoms: Sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, cough with blood. Treatment: Anticoagulation therapy, thrombolytic agents, surgical embolectomy. Nursing Interventions: Monitor respiratory and hemodynamic status, oxygen therapy, education on prevention of recurrence.
Atrial Septal Defect
Symptoms: Fatigue, shortness of breath, heart murmur. Treatment: Catheter-based closure, open-heart surgery. Nursing Interventions: Monitor cardiac and respiratory status, support for family, education on post-operative care.
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Symptoms: Fatigue, dizziness, syncope. Treatment: Pacemaker implantation, medications if bradycardia occurs. Nursing Interventions: Heart rate monitoring, pacemaker care, patient education on device management.
Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms: Fatigue, dyspnea, palpitations. Treatment: Medications (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors), device implantation, heart transplant. Nursing Interventions: Heart failure management, monitor for arrhythmias, patient education on lifestyle changes.
Coronary Artery Disease
Symptoms: Chest pain (angina), heart attack, shortness of breath. Treatment: Lifestyle changes, medications (statins, nitrates), procedures (angioplasty, bypass surgery). Nursing Interventions: Education on healthy diet and exercise, cardiac rehabilitation, management of risk factors.
Raynaud's Disease
Symptoms: Color changes in fingers/toes, cold extremities, tingling sensations. Treatment: Protecting from the cold, vasodilators, lifestyle changes. Nursing Interventions: Patient education on preventing attacks, managing stress, cessation of smoking.
Myocardial Infarction
Symptoms: Chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea. Treatment: Medications (aspirin, thrombolytics), surgery (angioplasty, bypass). Nursing Interventions: Monitor vital signs, pain management, emotional support.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Symptoms: Swelling, pain, redness in affected limb. Treatment: Anticoagulants, compression stockings, thrombectomy. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for signs of embolism, educate on limb exercises, ensure proper anticoagulant dosing.
Cardiogenic Shock
Symptoms: Hypotension, rapid breathing, loss of consciousness. Treatment: Medications (inotropes, vasopressors), mechanical support (IABP), surgery. Nursing Interventions: Monitor hemodynamic status, support vital functions, fluid management.
Aortic Stenosis
Symptoms: Dyspnea, chest pain, syncope on exertion. Treatment: Medication (to relieve symptoms), balloon valvuloplasty, valve replacement. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for heart failure signs, educate on limiting physical exertion, pre- and post-operative care.
Infective Endocarditis
Symptoms: Fever, heart murmur, positive blood cultures. Treatment: Prolonged antibiotic therapy, surgery if necessary. Nursing Interventions: Intravenous antibiotic management, monitor for signs of heart failure, patient education on adherence and follow-up care.
Endocarditis
Symptoms: Fever, heart murmur, petechiae. Treatment: Antibiotics, surgery (valve repair/replacement). Nursing Interventions: Monitor for signs of heart failure, administer antibiotics, patient education on infection prevention.
Congenital Heart Disease
Symptoms: Cyanosis, shortness of breath, fatigue. Treatment: Surgery (corrective or palliative), medication, cardiac catheterization. Nursing Interventions: Monitor growth and development, provide family support, care coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
Angina Pectoris
Symptoms: Chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath. Treatment: Nitroglycerin, beta-blockers, angioplasty. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for pain, educate on nitroglycerin use, lifestyle modifications.
Venous Insufficiency
Symptoms: Leg swelling, varicose veins, skin ulcers. Treatment: Compression therapy, medication, surgery (vein stripping, ablation). Nursing Interventions: Educate on compression stocking use, wound care management, promote leg elevation.
Aortic Regurgitation
Symptoms: Fatigue, dyspnea, heart murmur. Treatment: Medications (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers), valve surgery. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for left ventricular function, symptom management, patient education on monitoring disease progression.
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms: Chest pain, shortness of breath, heart attack-like symptoms. Treatment: Heart failure management, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors. Nursing Interventions: Provide emotional support, monitor for heart failure, educate on stress reduction techniques.
Ventricular Tachycardia
Symptoms: Palpitations, dizziness, loss of consciousness. Treatment: Medications (antiarrhythmics), ICD implantation, catheter ablation. Nursing Interventions: Monitor for hemodynamic stability, ICD care, patient education on arrhythmia management.
Cardiac Tamponade
Symptoms: Hypotension, muffled heart sounds, jugular venous distension. Treatment: Pericardiocentesis, surgery (pericardial window). Nursing Interventions: Monitor for signs of shock, prepare for emergency interventions, post-procedure monitoring.
Coarctation of the Aorta
Symptoms: High blood pressure, headache, muscle weakness. Treatment: Balloon angioplasty, stenting, surgical repair. Nursing Interventions: Monitor blood pressure, pre- and post-procedure care, patient education on lifestyle modifications.
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