Ventricular hypertrophy - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Dilated Cardiomyopathy: most common cause is ____. Others? - Answer- alcohol; may also be idiopathic, myocarditis, or drugs (doxorubicin) -- 1 in 3 cases of heart failure are caused by dilated cardiomyopathy What PE and EKG changes are seen with dilated cardiomyopathy? - Answer- PE: S3, JVD, crackles - possible mitral regurg EKG: nonspecific ST and T wave changes, LBBB Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: is due to hypertrophy of the _____. PE reveals mitral regurgitation, a ____heart sound, and ...

Parents of a 4-year-old child discovered the child has been chewing and swallowing imported toy figurines that have tested positive for lead. Which blood test should the care team prioritize? - Answer- Red blood cell (RBC) levels The nurse is conducting a physical assessment of a homeless man during a night when the wind chill factor is -10°F (-23°C). When assessing the man's fingers and toes for frostbite, the nurse looks for which type of cellular injury? - Answer- Hypoxic A nurse is ...

Exam 3: PNR 204/ PNR204 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Pediatric Nursing Review| Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct| Grade A- Fortis Q: tetralogy (four) of fallot (tet or tof) Boot-shaped heart on cxr Answer: A defect that affects 4 parts Ventricular septal defect pulmonary stenosis (narrowing) overriding aorta Right ventricular hypertrophy Treatment: surgery Q: what should you did if a patient is having a tet spell? Answer: Push their knees to their chest - increases ...

Sonography Practice Core 2023/24 D. A Sonographer with Sonography Canada Generalist and Vascular certification is performing an abdominal ultrasound in the ICU. The referring physician asks the Sonographer to investigate the heart for left ventricular hypertrophy. How should the Sonographer proceed? A. Angle the transducer towards the heart, and tell the physician the heart looks fine B. Explain to the referring physician that they are not credentialed in cardiac sonography but that they...

CME 221 questions with complete solutions Which conditions classically leads to the development of diastolic heart failure? CORRECT ANSWERS: left ventricular hypertrophy - secondary to chronic, poorly-controlled hypertension manifest as ventricular wall hypertrophy decreases the lumen of the LV and reduces left ventricular wall compliance --> diastolic filling

2023 NUR 2502 NUR2502 Final Exam MDC 3 Final Exam – Cardiovascular and Hematology A client with newly diagnosed hypertension asks what to do to decrease the risk for related cardiovascular problems. Which risk factor is not modifiable by the client? a.Age b.Obesity c.Inactivity d.Dyslipidemia - a.Age A client with newly diagnosed hypertension asks how to decrease the risk for related cardiovascular problems. What risk factor is modifiable by the client? a. Age b. Impaired renal f...

2023 NR 507 MIDTERM WEEK 4 ACTUAL EXAM 1 – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. A 10 year old male is stung by a bee while playing in the yard. He experiences a severe allergic reaction and has to go to the ER. The nurse providing care realizes this reaction is the result of: a. IgE 2. Chronic bronchitis is characterized by: . Right ventricular hypertrophy 3. A 6 year old female is diagnosed with a bacterial infection of the respiratory system. Which of the following will most likely try to fight ...

Test Bank For Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse, 1st Edition Lucie Dlugasch, Lachel Story. Which of the following coenzymes is(are) necessary for normal red blood cell nuclear maturation and DNA synthesis pathway? A) Vitamin D B) Folate C) Calcium D) Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) E) Both folate and vitamin B12 (cobalamin) Ans: E Complexity: Easy Ahead: Hematopoietic System Subject: Chapter 3 Title: Hematopoietic Function 2. von Willebrand factor is directly involved ...

QUIZ 3 1. The nurse is reviewing risk factors for the development of congenital heart defects with a client that wants to conceive. Which of the following conditions should the nurse include as a maternal risk factor? a. Placenta Previa b. Late prenatal care c. Preeclampsia d. Maternal infection with Rubella 2. The nurse is caring for a patient with Rheumatic Fever. The nurse anticipates which of the following laboratory values? a. Decreased Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate b. Decrea...

A 39-year-old male sees you for evaluation of high blood pressure. His past medical history is unremarkable. On examination he has a BMI of 32 kg/m2 and you note that he has a round face and a plethoric complexion. His blood pressure is 150/98 mm Hg, his pulse rate is 88 beats/min, and his respiratory rate is 16/min. Other notable findings include a prominent dorsal cervical fat pad and supraclavicular fat pads, as well as violaceous striae on his trunk. Laboratory findings are notable only for ...