Cardiomyopathies - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Which is the MAIN risk factor for diastolic dysfunction? 1. Diabetic heart disease 2. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy 3. Hypertension 4. Coronary heart disease - ANSWER3. Hypertension Major risk factors include: - HTN (major) - HOCM - CAD - diabetic heart disease - restrictive cardiomyopathy. Which of the following statements regarding diastolic failure is TRUE? 1. Pulmonary oedema is an uncommon presentation 2. Diabetes mellitus is the most common predisposing condition 3. It...

The valve between the right atrium and right ventricle is named because it has _____. - answers-three cusps A small patch of tissue called the _____ acts as the pacemaker of the heart. - answers-sinoatrial node _____ samples the blood in each heart chamber for oxygen content and pressure. - answers-cardiac catheterization The simplest form of atherosclerosis is _____, which are thin, flat discolorations in the arteries that can enlarge and become thicker as they grow in length. - answer...

Exam 1: NURS611/ NURS 611 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Advanced Pathophysiology Exam | Graded A | Questions and Verified Answers - Maryville QUESTION Why do hyperkaliemia and acidosis often occur together? Answer: In states of acidosis, hydrogen ions shift into the cells in exchange for ICF potassium. QUESTION How is insulin used to treat hyperkalemia? Answer: Insulin transports potassium from the blood to the cell along with glucose. Insulin contributes to the regulation...

Congestive heart failure aka correct answers heart failure pump failure Heart failure (or congestive heart failure) is a ---, not a disease entity, that can result from a variety of cardiac disorders. The syndrome is characterized by inability of the heart to pump blood sufficiently to keep pace with the body's circulatory demands correct answers symptom complex Genetics of congestive heart failure correct answers no genetic component Specific etiologies of CHF may include correct a...

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy1 Question and answers already passed 2023/2024What are the three main classes of cardiomyopathy? - correct answer 1. Hypertrophic 2. Dilated (Congestive) 3. Restrictive (Infliltrative) Secondary cardiomyopathies: Five other systemic diseases that affect the myocardium in a similar manner are caused by? - correct answer 1. Viruses 2. Ischemia 3. Metabolic abnormalit

PANCE Blueprint Cardiology - All Smarty PANCE cardiology flashcard lesson sets combined + EKG (Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct What is the definition of cardiomyopathy? Heart disease resulting from a primary abnormality in the myocardium List two types of surgical procedures to correct hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy 1. Open heart and excision 2. Alcohol ablation done through cardiac catheterization What heart sound will likely be present with hypertrophic...

Optimal perfusion (normal functioning) - strong heart to pump to entire body -all pathways clear w/out obstruction -good arterial flow, no blockages -good vein function, valves return blood back to heart -blood viscosity optimal for flowing thru vascular system -RBCs to carry oxygen and nutrients -optimal blood pressure & optimal hydration Optimal blood pressure - a mean arterial pressure of 60 is necessary to perfuse coronary arteries, brain & kidneys Previous Play Nex...

AACN PCCN Review: Acute Coronary Syndrome Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass Acute Coronary Syndrome Includes - Correct Answer ️️ -MI Unstable Angina Angina - Correct Answer ️️ -Myocardial Anoxia - decreased 02 through coronary arteries Exertional Angina - Correct Answer ️️ -Four "E's" Exercise Emotional States After Eating Extreme Temperature Higher rates of MI during thanksgiving night, and first day of snow, etc. Prinzmetal's Angina or Variant Angina - Correct An...

CV disqualifiers - ECG- Ischemic changes at rest EF - <40% ETT - unable to pass or complete Angina at rest or change in pattern Symptomatic Poor tolerance of medications CV procedures wait periods - Post PCI- Wait period one week, ETT 3-6 months after PCI Post MI- Wait period 2 months, LVEF > 40%, ETT every two years Post CABG - Wait period 3 months, LVEF >40% and after 5 years needs an annual ETT Any cardiac surgery 3 month wait period Cardiomyopathies - Hypertrophic or restr...

PANCE Blueprint Cardiology - All Smarty PANCE cardiology flashcard lesson sets combined + EKG (Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct What is the definition of cardiomyopathy? Heart disease resulting from a primary abnormality in the myocardium List two types of surgical procedures to correct hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy 1. Open heart and excision 2. Alcohol ablation done through cardiac catheterization What heart sound will likely be present with hypertrophic...