Enhancing mocardial oxygenation is always the first priority when a client exhibits signs and symptoms of cardiac compromise. Without adequate oxygen, the...Read More
The right coronary artery supplies the right ventricle, or the inferior portion of the heart. Therefore, prolonged occlusion could produce an infarction in that area. The right...Read More
Because bleeding gums are an adverse effect of heparin that may indicate excessive anticoagulation, the nurse should notify the physician, who will evaluate the...Read More
Furosemide is a potassium-wasting diuretic. The nurse must monitor the serum potassium level and assess for signs of low potassium. As water and sodium are lost in...Read More
Cardiovascular exercises are calisthenics that improves the heart rate and keeps it hoisted for a maintained timeframe. These exercises include running, cycling, swimming, skiing, hopping rope...Read More
