CV I and II Flashcards
Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD)
CAD/ CHD Acute Coronary Syndrome Metabolic Syndrome Valvular Heart Disease Heart Failure Cardiomyopathy Infective Endocarditis
Factors that lead into Cardiovascular Diseases
1) Smoking
2) Obesity
3) Pre-diabetes & Diabetes
4) Dyslipidemia
5) Hypertension
6) Genetics
Women and Heart Disease
Higher mortality after MI
Higher false positive stress tests
Higher mortality after CABG
Women diabetics have > risk for CAD
CAD Pathogenesis
CAD is a complex chronic inflammatory disease, characterized by remodeling and narrowing of the coronary arteries supplying oxygen to the heart
Two components:
Inflammation
Atherosclerosis
Inflammation in Heart
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) *Jan. 2003: All patients with moderate risks for heart disease should have CRP measured
Women with elevated CRP have twice the incidence of ischemic heart disease as women with normal levels.
CRP
0-1 low, 1-2 med, 2-3 high
Atherosclerosis:
Lipoprotein metabolism: transports fat into bloodstream; hastens buildup of cholesterol
Hemostasis: Fibrinogen
Endothelial dysfunction - Homocysteine: natural breakdown of methionine…leads to clots *decreased with folic acid, B6, B12
What does cholesterol do on the heart?
Cholesterol within cells lead to foam cells
Foam cells are earliest sign of endothelial dysfunction: core of lipid-engorged macrophages, extracellular lipids, cellular debris, fibrin and plasma proteins covered by a fibrous cap of SM cells and dense CT
Foam cells in intima create fatty streak
Target areas for Prevention of CAD
Cholesterol abnormalities
Tobacco use
HTN
DM
Normal Blood Lipid Profile
Total Cholesterol (TC): 200 or less (not > 4 x HDL)
HDL Cholesterol: Men 35-70; Women 35-85
TC/HDL Ratio: 4:1 or less
Triglycerides (TFG): 150 or less
LDL Cholesterol:
Other CAD risk factors
Sx of PCOS: male pattern acne, hirsutism, thinning hair, skin tags, central obesity, infertility/irregular cycles, ovarian cysts
Hyperuricemia (> 5.8 mg/dl in women; >7.4 mg/dl in men)
Acanthosis nigricans
Metabolic Syndrome: Cluster of risk factors for CAD
Characterized by : Insulin Resistance High triglycerides, low HDL, possibly high LDL Central obesity Hypertension Pro-inflammatory state Pro-thrombotic state
Hallmarks of Metabolic Syndrome
BMI > 24.9 WHR > 0.8 in women and >0.95 in men Waist >35” women, >40” men *12 x greater risk for diabetes Triglyceride level > 150 mg/dl HDL 130/85 FBG levels > 100 mg/dl or abnormal GTT
Treatment for Metabolic Syndrome
Lifestyle modifications – FIRST LINE Weight loss Increased activity Heart healthy dietary intake Smoking cessation If lifestyle changes do not achieve desired effects, medications are initiated
Medications for Metabolic Syndrome
Statins
ACEIs and ARBs preserve renal function
Beta-blockers prevent endothelial damage (but increase lipid levels and insulin resistance)
Thiazides are particularly effective in African Americans and elderly; prevent osteoporosis, but they increase LDL and triglycerides and increase uric acid
Calcium Channel blockers appropriate if patients don’t tolerate beta blockers
Oral anti-diabetics (metformin most commonly used)
Low-dose ASA
Folic acid and vitamin B6
Garlic
Omega-3 fatty acids/ Fish oil supplements
Stable angina
is substernal pain or discomfort that is provoked by exertion or emotional stress and is relieved by rest or nitroglycerin
Unstable angina
is ischemic chest pain that occurs at rest, in a crescendo pattern, or is severe and of recent onset; falls into category of ACS
Angina Pain Characteristics
Retrosternal pain
Poorly localized, may radiate
May feel a “fullness” or choking sensation
DM patients, elderly patients, and female patients may all have different sx
SOB, pallor, diaphoresis, dizziness, n/v, weakness
Diagnosis of Angina
Important to r/o acute coronary syndromes whenever a person presents with chest pain
Probability of CAD is suggested by the presence of risk factors
AHA Guidelines for treating chronic stable angina
A. ASA and Anti-platelets B. Beta blockers and B/P C. Cholesterol and cigarettes D. Diet and Diabetes E. Education and Exercise
Management and Treatment of Angina – Non-pharmacologic: aggressive management of risk factors
Smoking cessation
Weight loss
Exercise
Pharmacologic Management of CVD
Statins, ACE Inhibitors, Antiplatelet Therapy, Beta Blockers, Nitrates
Statins
- Statins: lower LDL-C to
ACE Inhibitors
ACE Inhibitors/ARBs: recommended for all patients with angina and DM and/or LV dysfunction. Adverse effects/side effects: Cough Hyperkalemia Hypotension ARF especially if given with diuretics Potential for anaphylaxis Nursing Implications Hold for SBP