Bradycardia

Anorexia nervosa should be considered in the differential for unexplained bradycardia in the outpatient setting. In addition, resting tachycardia is highly unusual and may be indicative of a superimposed infection or other complication .Heightened vagal tone has been suggested as the cause of bradycardia in the setting of anorexia nervosa. Low blood pressure and heart rate universally increase to normal levels after refeeding and restoration…

minimal respiratory depression, neuroprotection, cardioprotection and renoprotection. [1] Its property as an adjuvant in regional anesthesia is also being explored. Common side effects reported with the use of dexmedetomidine are hypotension and bradycardia. [2] Transient hypertension is also reported during the initial phase of infusion, and subsides on continuing the infusion. This hypertensive response is attributed to the stimulation of peripheral α2b adrenoceptors located in the blood…

intervention in a cord prolapse emergency is that the position takes advantage of gravity in releasing pressure from the cord. 4. You are at the nurses’ station when you notice on Mrs. Hernandez’s fetal monitor severe decelerations and fetal bradycardia. You enter Mrs. Hernandez room, what are the next steps you would take? In numerical order, list the steps you would take as an RN to assist Mrs. Hernandez for a safe delivery. You must include WHO will do each step. Be specific. (20…

propranolol; congestive heart failure, unless the failure is due to the tachyarrhythmias being treated with propranolol; cardiogenic shock; severe sinus bradycardia; sick sinus syndrome; or heart block greater than first-degree; and bronchial asthma. Some common adverse effects after taking propranolol include cold extremities, angina, bradycardia, cardiogenic shock, hypotension, dizziness, fatigue, agitation, nightmares, drowsiness, amnesia, eczematous rash, changes in nails, erosive lichen…

consciousness, blood pressure, respiration, pulse and temperature. Herniation takes place in the later stage of the ICP. Herniation is indicated by rise in systolic pressure while diastolic pressure does not change. It widens the pulse pressure, bradycardia and respiration are abnormal. Early detection is important to reverse the condition. Some of the…

As many of you know me, I am Carlos Moran. I am seventeen years old and I was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 22nd, 1999. A brief synopsis about my parents. My mom was born in the Dominican Republic and my father was born in Ecuador. Both have had jobs before they even turned 8 years old. My mom couldn’t come to US easily. She had to be in “love” with a US citizen for a couple of years to get married in order to enter the USA. My father was always in the streets either playing soccer or…

As I had said before, my patient would ask me about her vital signs and medication, demonstrating to me that she likes and is able to be in control of her health. Though my patient was there due to bradycardia, having HTN, carotid artery stenosis, hyperkalemia, type 2 diabetes, and cirrhosis are contributing factors that that can hinder my patient’s well-being. What my patient’s health means to her family, is that they understand that my patient is well…

Effects of Exercise on the Heart: A Comparison of Athletes and Non-Athletes Introduction: In this day and age of technological advancements and variation of food options, the benefits of exercise are broadcasted far and wide. Comparisons of having an active lifestyle versus living a sedentary life yield many results on its impact to health, life, and the human body. Many studies have been done regarding the effects of repetitive participation in vigorous physical activities and the changes in…

Nurse Home Visit Assessment and Education for Sallie Mae Fisher Sallie Mae Fisher, a recently widowed 82-year-old female, was discharged from the hospital last Saturday after a three day stay related symptoms of congestive heart failure (CHF) exacerbation, including dyspnea, chest pain, and a weight gain of 8 pounds. This was Sallie’s fourth hospitalized in the past six months for the same diagnosis. Her other history includes hypertension and atrial fibrillation (AF). This paper will explore…

Mr. ABC came in to the emergency department (ED) with a chief complaint of left sided chest pain with giddiness and associated with diaphoresis the same morning. While in the ED, he developed a sudden episode of shortness of breath. Mr. ABC has nil past medical or surgical history and has an allergy to Enalapril. His parameters taken are as follows: • Blood pressure: 112 /60 mmHg • Pulse rate: 42 beats/min • Temperature: 35.9°C • Spo2: 97% on room air • Respiration rate: 17 breaths/min An…