Hypertension

whether a patient may become affected by the contrast are noted in Pisanai et. al, in table 1. They are noted as “preexisting renal failure, diabetes, effective blood volume depletion, dehydration, hypotension, heart failure, cirrhosis, nephrosis, hypertension, atherosclerosis, anemia, transplanted kidney, aging, female gender, exogenous: nephrotoxic drugs, endogenous: heme pigments, systemic inflammation, extrinsic predisposing factors, large contrast medium volume, and primary coronary…

chronic conditions like heart disease and arthritis (Bjorklund & Bee, 2008) the only chronic condition that Jane faces is high blood pressure, or hypertension, which is manageable. High blood pressure is very common, it is estimated that it affects about 1 billion people in the world and more than half of people who are 75 and older are affected by hypertension (Chobanian et al, 2003). It is apparent that it is not abnormal for someone of Jane’s age to be experiencing high blood pressure,…

The Synergy Model provides the framework for nurses to manage complex clients experiencing acute exasperation of their illness and to work toward reducing the trajectory of the illness (Hardin & Hussey, 2003). The purpose of this synergy paper is to utilize the AACN Synergy model for patient care to a patient with diabetes mellitus type 2 and high blood pressure in addition to being postoperative. Synergy results when the needs and characteristics of a patient, clinical unit or system are…

Congestive Heart Failure Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a slow, progressive disease where the heart weakens and eventually fails to pump blood adequately. Conditions that lead to CHF are previous heart attacks, poorly controlled hypertension, and/or diabetes to name a few. The quality of life and life expectancy for these patients is poor. The life expectancy five years after diagnosis is approximately 50% (Mello & Ashcraft, 2014). 1. Is this a nursing clinical problem? Yes CHF is a…

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is also a chronic, progressive inflammatory disease that affects connective tissue throughout the body causing wide spread damage to organs and systems (Ignatavicius & Workman, 2013). A defining characteristic of SLE is periods of exacerbations then relief, which can occur suddenly or over time. Common assessment finding of an individual with SLE include a butterfly rash on the face, alopecia, and arthritis of the small joints and knee (Ignatavicius & Workman…

TERMINOLOGY CLINICAL CLARIFICATION o An accumulation of blood between the dura mater and brain, usually due to head trauma CLASSIFICATION o Not applicable DIAGNOSIS CLINICAL PRESENTATION History  Recent head trauma  Symptoms o Loss of consciousness o Nausea and vomiting o Headache o Neck stiffness o Seizures o Focal neurological deficits  Difficulty speaking  Difficulty comprehending speech  Difficulty reading  Confusion  Amnesia  Numbness or tingling  Visual disturbances …

there is not a single clear source and explanation of ischemic strokes, this paper will shed some light on the multiple different causes that could lead to an ischemic stroke. This illness can occur through other illnesses such as hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is the single most important modifiable risk factor for stroke in adults (Kupferman, Zafeiriou, Lande, Kirkham, & Pavlakis, 2017). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to stroke by damaging and weakening your…

Dietary supplements found in cocoa powder may well update the heart good quality regarding sufferers along with the front line kidney illness, and perchance various other individual from risk regarding coronary disease, as demonstrated by simply another examine. Coronary disease would be the rule wellspring regarding passing away in sufferers that have any kidney issue named end-stage renal disease as well as who involve dialysis. You can find several simpler treatment method unique selections…

marital status is unknown, currently unmarried. Currently on medication for hypertension which initially caused bradycardia until the dosage was lowered. A.O. was immunized as a child, did protract chicken pox. Measles, and mumps. Client stated no known allergies (although later stated taking OTC Zicam), no surgeries, and only one hospitalization for a broken toe. Father’s side has history of stroke, and hypertension. Mother’s side has a history of longevity. Starting approximately five…

Stroke is the most preventable neurological disease, and this is mainly because, many of its risk factors such as high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking can be prevented either through healthier lifestyle choices or by medication. “In the management of stroke, speedy access to medical service is crucial, as delays result in poor outcome” (Donkor, Owolabi, Bampoh, Aspelund, & Gudnason, 2014). Stroke occurs when there is an interruption in the blood supply to the brain, caused by…