Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias Flashcards by D Taylor | Brainscape

Q

What is EF of Systolic Heart Failure?

A

HF < 40%

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Normal Ejection Fraction

A

55% - 80%

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What is diastolic HF ejection fraction?

A

55% - 80%

(EF will be normal)

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“DROWNING”

S/S of Left-Sided Heart Failure

A

Dyspnea

Rales

Orthopnea

Weakness

Nocturnal Proxysmal Dyspnea

Increased HR

Nagging Cough

Gaining Weight

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“SWELLING”

S/S of Right-Sided Heart Failure

A

Swelling of legs, hands, & liver

Weight Gain
Edema (pitting)

Large Vein (JVD)

Lethargic

Irregular HR

Nocturia

Girth (ascites)

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Left-Sided HF - Forward Effects

A

Fatigue

Oliguria

Increased HR

Faint Pulse

Restlessness

Confusion

Anxiety

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Left-Sided Heart Failure - Backward Effects

A

Dyspnea on exertion

Orthopnea

Cough

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea (PAD)

Cyanosis

Rales

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Right-Sided Heart Failure - Forward Effects

A

Will look like L. Ventricle Failure

Fatigue

Oliguria

Increased HR

Faint Pulses

Restlessness

Confusion

Anxiety

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Right-Sided Heart Failure - Backward Effects

A

Hepatomegaly

Splenomegaly

Ascites

Anorexia

SubQ Edema

Jugular Vein Distention (JVD)

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Outcome of Left-Sided HF?

A

Pulmonary S/S

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Outcome of Right Sided Heart Failure

A

Peripheral S/S

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