HTHSCI 2C06 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Licensed Practical Nurse, Coronary Artery Disease, Coronary Circulation
16 Jan 2020
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Coronary artery disease, (cad), also called arteriosclerotic heart disease (ashd), is the most common form of heart disease. Coronary artery occlusion may lead to myocardial ischemia resulting in angina, myocardial infarctions, dysrhythmias and heart failure (hf) which is also known as congestive heart failure (chf). In this package you will learn about the following cardiovascular disorders: These disorders develop due to tissue ischemia and the clinical behaviours result from cellular hypoxic changes related to the cardiovascular system. It is important that, as a registered practical nurse, you have sound knowledge of these major ischemic disorders because in your nursing practice, you will be caring for many clients with these health problems. Heart disease research is rigorous which is why prevention of heart disease has become a nursing focus. Throughout this package you will develop knowledge and understanding of: The pathophysiology, epidemiology, etiology/risk factors, clinical manifestations, and diagnostics for specific cardiovascular disorders.
