Pulmonary hypertension

furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg by mouth three times a day to help prevent reabsorption of Na and Cl, and to help with fluid retention. Furosemide is a loop diuretic used to help with fluid retention and is used in combination with other medications to treat hypertension (“Furosemide (Oral Route),” 2015). Insulin Human Regular (HumuLIN R). Mr. Borg is taking insulin human regular (HumuLIN R), per sliding scale dosing, for type 2 diabetes. Insulin human regular (HumuLIN R) is a short acting insulin…

An 18-year-old male is brought to the emergency department after suffering from yet another headache. The headaches are abrupt in onset, last for about an hour or so, and then subside for some time before the next episode occurs. The patient has had about three to five episodes per day for the past week and describes the pain as a 10/10 that localizes to either side of his head during an episode but never is felt on both sides at the same time. Associated symptoms during these episodes include a…

Identifying Data Initials: J.R. Age: 21 Race: Black (Non-Hispanic) Gender: Male Height: 5’10” Weight: 158lbs Subjective Data Chief Complaint: Nausea, vomiting and dry heaves related to alcohol withdrawal. Increased depression, suicidal ideations, auditory and visual hallucinations. History of Present Illness The patient is a 21-year-old single African American male with a past…

recent research, that troponins levels might be elevated in certain non-cardiac conditions such as pulmonary embolism, sepsis and renal insufficiency inter alias[42]. It has been noted in patients with ESRD that, without any symptoms or signs of ACS, troponin level is elevated. Such findings put clinicians in a dilemma in the realm of diagnostics and treatment. Renal and cardiovascular diseases are intricately linked showing a moderately high level of co-occurrence. It has been noted that…

6. Coumadin Classification: Vitamin K Antagonists Clinical uses and indications: The drug Coumadin is used to prevent and treat venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and according towww.rxlist.com, “thromboembolic risks associated with atrial fibrillation and cardiace valve replacement.“ Coumadin also helps reduce the risk of death, myocaridal infartion, and strokes. (www.rxlist.com/coumadin) Normal dosages: Coumadin requires “individualized patient dosage“ (www.rxlist.com) as each patient’s…

The differential diagnoses include COPD (emphysema, cor pulmonale,) and possible stage I hypertension. 4. My diagnosis for Mason is pulmonary emphysema, which is an obstructive disease characterized by the enlargement of airways beyond the terminal bronchioles with destruction of alveolar walls resulting in loss of elastic recoil and airflow limitation. Cigarette smoking is the main cause of pulmonary emphysema with signs and symptoms, including dyspnea on exertion, cough with scant mucus,…

Diabetes Lorraine Fonger South University Illness and Disease Across Life Span NSG4055 Dan Lane March 3, 2018 Diabetes How many people do you know that have been or are affected by diabetes? Probably more than you may realize. The number of people that have diabetes is growing more every year. According to the American Diabetes Association “from 2007 to 2012, the cost of diagnosed diabetes rose from $174 billion to $245 billion, an approximate 41% increase” (American Diabetes Association,…

Pros and cons towards Improving the Pre Preparation for Exercise Stress Test in Ischemic Heart Disease Patient. Option B: Practice Based Reflective Account. There is pro and cons towards improving the pre preparation for exercise stress test in Ischemic Heart Disease patient whether is necessary for them or not. Pros and cons is an arguments in favour and against certain decision, motion or course of action of the patients examiners. The pros and cons will determine the critical routine before…

(unknown cause of disease) Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) (karim Gariani, 2016). Moreover, DVT is a frequent and potentially fatal complication of patients with COPD. Deep Vein Thrombosis account for many deaths in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (Victor F. Trapson, 2005). The potential influence of inflammation on coagulation offers further potential to contribute to thrombogenesis in all smokers. Plasma fibrinogen levels are elevated in smokers and are further…

Patient comes into the Emergency Room with a chief complaint of swelling and extreme pain in the left leg. After awaiting triage, the patient is finally seen by the physician. Temperature 96.8˚F, Heart Rate 129 beats per minute, Blood Pressure 102/60, Respiratory Rate 23, SPO2 100% on room air. Upon examination of his left leg, it is undeniably blue in color with significant swelling as compared to the right. Superficial veins are noticeably distended and the leg is cool to the touch. A Duplex…