Coronary Artery disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is coronary artery disease?
A
-Accumulation of plaque in the coronary artery
2
Q
What is the main cause of CAD?
A
- Atherosclerosis
- Characterised by the deposition of cholesterol and lipids primarily in the intimal wall of the artery
3
Q
What are the risk factors of CAD?
A
- Smoking
- Increased BP
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Age
- Gender
- Genetics
4
Q
What are the 3 developmental stages of CAD?
A
- Fatty streak
- Fibrous plaque
- Complicated lesion
5
Q
What are the clinical manifestations (symptoms) of CAD?
A
- Dyspnea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Tachycardia
- Anxiety
6
Q
What are the diagnostic tests of CAD?
A
- Chest Xray for cardiac enlargement
- ECG
- Lab test for Lipid profile
7
Q
What is the medical management of CAD?
A
- Asprin
- Prednisone
8
Q
What is the nursing management for CAD?
A
- Undertake a health history
- Physical exam
- Nursing diagnosis
9
Q
What is the patient/ family instructions regarding CAD?
A
- Instructions regarding:
- Smoking cessation
- Stress management
- Diet modification
10
Q
What are further complications of CAD?
A
-Heart failure
