med surg final Flashcards
myocardium
heart muscle
perdcardium
protective covering of the heart
septum
muscualr wall that divided the heart
blood
superior vena cavaright atriumtricuspid valveright ventrclepulmonic semilunar valavelungs (oxygen)pulmonary veinsleft atriummitral valveleft ventricleaortic semiluar valveaorta body
MAP
to maintain adequate blood flow through the coronary arteries the mean arterial pressure must be at 60-70-to maintain perfusion at major body organs
diatole
filling
systole
contracing
CO
CO=HRxSVblood flow to systemic circulation is measured by CO (which is the amount of blood pumped from each ventricle each minture)-cardiact index is measured to adjust the differeces in people with different body sizes ( by dividing the CO by total body area)
SV
amount of blood ejected by the left ventricle during each contraction
preload
the degree of myocardial strech at the end of diastole just before contraction-determined by the amount of blood reurining to the heart from both the venous system and pulmonary system
afterload
pressure that the ventricles must overcome to eject blood
impedance
pressure heart must overcome to open aortic valve
arterial system
blood movies from larger arteirs to smaller blood vessles called arterioles-to deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues
venours system
blood travels from capilaries to venules and to the larfer system of veins eventually returning to the vena cava-returns blood back to heart
BP
force of blood against the vessel wallsBP=COxperipheral vascular resistance
BP mechanisms
ANS- excited/inhibits SNS in response to the chemoreceptroskidneys- sence change in blood volume and activate the renin angiotenisn mechanismendocrine- relase hormones
systolic bp
amount of froce generated by left ventricle to take blood to aorta
diastolic bp
amount of force against arterial wall during relaxation phase of the heart
peripheral chemoreceptros
sensitive to hypoxemia- decrease in arterial oxygen. when stimulated they vasoconstrict and increase BP
hypercapnia
increase in partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide
kidneys
when blood flow deacreases the kidneyes retain water and sodium and BP rises.
BMI
overweight 25-30obese >30
MI
increases in woemn older than 35 who smoke and take contrecaptives
CVD
chest pain dyspneafatiguepalpitationsweight gainsyncope
MI in wemen
dont experince chest pain but:indigestions, abdominal fullness, fatigue, inability to catch breath
ppl with advanced heart disease may experince
orthopnea- SOB when lying down the severeity is measured by the amount of pillows they sleep with
PND paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
develops after pt has been lying down for several hours. in this position blood from lower extremities is redristributed to venous system which increases venous return to the heart. a desases heart can not compensate for the increased fluid and pulmonary congestion occurs. pt wakes up with feeling of suffovation-sit up dange feel at side of bed
intermittent claudation
cramping in legs or butt when walking. caused by decared arterial tissue perfusion-relieved by resting or elevating he effected extremity to enhance arterial blood flow
signs of heart diesease
cacexic, confused, memory loss, malnourished, late sign- anascare- generalized edema as results of prolonged congestion of the livercyanosis- feom increased amount of deoxygenated bloodrubor- from arterial insufeincenydeacresed blood flow results into decreased temp
pulse pressure
difference between systolic and diastolic
ancle brachial index ABI
used to asses vasculat status of lower extremities. -cuff ppalced on lower eztremitiesthis is then divieded by brachial plusenormal values are 1.0 or higher0.8 moderate vasular disease0.5 severe vascular disease
JVP
normal 3-10 cm
s1 caused by closure of mitral valve and tricuspid valve
s2 caused by closure of aortic and pulmonary valvehigher pitched and heard at base of heart at end of ventricualr systole
s3 ventricular gllop
normal in those younger than 30
s4 atrial gallop
may be heart in pts with anemia hypertrophy MI plulmonary embloi may be heart with advancing age because of stifening ventricles
MI cardiact markers
troponincreatine kinase MBmyoglobin
tropnin
myocardial muscle protein realeased into blood with injury to heart muscle -have a wide diagnostit time range making them useful to pts who present several hours after the onset of chest pain Troponin levels increase about 3 hours after the onset of MI.BEST Troponin I levels rise rapidly and are detectable within 1 hour of myocardial injury.
creatine kinase ck
enzyme in heart brain skeletal muscle CK in blood indicated tissue necrosis of injury early diagnosit cmarket for MISince it has a short duration, it cannot be used for late diagnosis of acute Mrfalls after 3 days
myoglobin
is not cardiact specific thats why its not used a lot. one of the earliest markers detected first to elevate
homocystine
amino acid produced when protein breaks down CAD
c reactive protein
for inflamation
hypomagensemia
prolonged QT intervaldysrythmias
angiography arteriography
invasieve with flouroscopy and dye when there is an arterial obstruction, narrowing or anneurism
cardiact cath
most invasive but most definitiveekeep pt at bedrst 2-6 hrs
IVUS intravascullar ulrasonography
sound waves, for indicating plaque
EPS electrophysiologic study
invasive where electrical conduction of heart is done to cause and evaluate dysrythmias
excerisece test ir stress test
determines functional capaccity of heart and screesna for CAD
echocardiography
ultrasound waves to asses cardicat structures and mobility of the valves
TEE transesophageal echo
to view posterior cardiact structuresunltrousound placed behind heart from esophagus to stomach
MRI
noninvasive image of heart and vessles is produced by magnetic fields and radio waves, to detemine wall thickness and chamber dialation
iodine
before dye imaging
CO
cardiac output would be 5.6 L/min for a human male and 4.9 ..
CAD
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a narrowing of the small blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. CHD is also called coronary artery disease.
left sided HF (congestive HF)
caused by hypertension, CAD, vale disease, decreased tissue perfusion from pulmonary congestionleads to fatigue-as it becomes severe pt may have pink frothy sputums a life threrening pulmonary edema orthopneasystolic HF- heart cant contract fullydiastolic HF- heart cant relax adequalty signs- fatiue, pulmonary congestion, diziness, confusion, SOB, oliguria OLIGURIA
right sided HF
from MI, left HF, hypertensionsedema in lower legs, rings shoes are tight signs- a krexia, ascetis, edfema, JVD, enlarged liver , decresased urine
compensatory mechanisms for HF
sympathetic nervous systemrenin angiotenin activationventricular remodelingBtype nauretic peptideendothelin
SNS
increasen cathecolamines and exciting the SNS. this increases HR
renin angiotensin
reduced blood flow to kidneys activates this and kidneys cause water and sodium retention
b nauretic peptide
promote vasodialation thought diureseis-used to diagnose HF in pts with dyspnea
endothelin
secreated by endothelial cells when they are streched
HF
more african americansreduce sodium in nutrition to 3-2g dailtwater 2L daily
microalbuminuria
earl indicator of decreaed compliance
echocargiography
for HF
ace inhibotors
first line drugs for hfcause coughwatch potassium levels 3.5-5.
loop diuretics such as lasic
removie fluid but also removie it after edema is gone
thiazide diuretics
good for older aldus to remove edema because they deacrese after emdema is gone, so no dehydration problems primary signs of hypokalmua- weakness,, slow reflexes, irregular HR
potassoim
3.5-5
ventricual assist device
placed in heart in end stage HF
sight sitting position
with legs down to decrease venous return to heart
reynauds disease
vasospasm of arteries usually unilaterely, more common in women and in ppl older than 30’-vessles constricted and blanched or cause cyanosis-may be aggrevated by coldteach pt to wear gloves socks and keep warmNo smokingAvoid exposure to coldMedicationsVasodilatorsCalcium antagonistsMuscle relaxantsSurgery: sympathectomyAmputation for gangrene
thrompophlebitis
thrombus associcated with innflamationBedrestMoist heatElevate extremityNSAIDsMotrinAspirin
phlebothrmobiss
thrmbus without inflammation
phlebitis
vein inflamation may cause DVT
signs of DVT
tenderness, edema, pain, calf dorsiflextionlocalized edema rest and elevate extremity
varicose veins
distended protruding veinsprolonged stanidng after surgery ROM hourly Elastic stockingsRestElevate legsSclerotherapy
arthrosclerosis
herdening of arterial wall and plaque formation may have weak pulse from poor circulationbruits
peripheral vascular disease
alters blood flow through arteries and veins of peripheral circulation PAD- o2 and nutrients (cells starve)PVD- pooling edema, elevate leg
PAD peripheral arterial disease
reult of systemic artherosclerosisocclusion deprives lower extremitings with o2 and nutirentscells starvestage1- asymptomatic-decreased pedal pulses, bruits, stage2- intemitent caludation- pain when walking stage3- rest pain stage 4- necrosis gangrene check for pulses and pitting edemahair loss in extremities, dry skin, thick nails, protect skin so you dont get ulcers bcuz skin is already impared wear socks and keep warm , less coffe, smoking,
colateral circulation
new vessels form to help out to perfuse blood
surgical for PAD
arterial revascularization
PVD peripheral venous disease
when veins not opening properly blood pooling, edema more chance of dvt no oral contrecaptives , exercise legs, minerals and fat from bones from surgery may leak into blood and give more change for thrombus formation diagnosed by mri, venous duplex untrsonography- how blood flows throught veins, d dimer- give heapin coumadin, elevate leg
CAD
when arteries that supply blood to the myocardium become diseased
ischemia
insufficient oxygen
NSTEMI
in womenhave st and t wave changesstemi- have st elevation
when all three laywers are involved in an MI
trasnmiral MI
fibrinolytic therapy
Fibrinolytic therapy should be started within 6 hours of the onset of the MI, so the time at which the chest pain started is a major determinant of the appropriateness of this treatmentThe change in level of consciousness indicates that the patient may be experiencing intracranial bleeding, a possible complication of fibrinolytic therapy.
soidum
Milk and yogurt naturally contain a significant amount of sodium, and intake of these should be limited for patients on a diet that limits sodium to 2000 mg daily.
reducing preload
Rationale: Positioning the patient in a high-Fowler’s position with the legs dependent will reduce preload by decreasing venous return to the right atrium.
digoxin
Hypokalemia potentiates the actions of digoxin and increases the risk for digoxin toxicity, which can cause life-threatening dysrhythmias3.5-5
pulmonary embolism
pink frothy sputum
PTT
Normal PTT range 22-30Normal PTT for pt on Coumadin? multiply normal range by 1.5-2.5; so it is 45-70
HF
heart cant act as a pumpgoal is to increase cardiact output fluid restriction, bedrest, HOB elevated, low sodium
give morphine in MI
Morphine is administered because it decreases myocardial oxygen demand. first intervention in MI- give o2
electrocargiogram
he ECG is the quickest, most accurate, and most widely used tool to determine the location of myocardial infarction. Cardiac enzymes are used to diagnose MI but can’t determine the location. An echocardiogram is used most widely to view myocardial wall function after an MI has been diagnosed. Cardiac catheterization is an invasive study for determining coronary artery disease and may also indicate the location of myocardial damage, but the study may not be performed immediately.
kidneys do:
regulate BP and acid based balanceproduce erythropoetin for RBC synthesisconvert vitamin D into active formproduce prostaglandins
renin
hormone that regulates blood flow and GFR.renin is secreated when DCT cells sense changes in volume is low. renin then converts into angiotension 1 which then produces aldosterone.aldosterone then increases reabsorbtion of water and sodium into blood and promotes excretion of potassium.
GFR
electrolytes and other small particles are filtered in GFR.180 L each day125 ml each minutes
when afferent arteriole is constricted or the efferent arteriole is dialated
pressure in the GFR falls and filtration decreases
when the afferent arteriole is dialated or the efferent arteriole is constricted
pressure in the GFR rises and filtration increases
when mean BP drops below 70mm
GFR can not compensate and GFR stops
antidiuretic homrone ADH or casopressin
alows for reabsorbtion of water and sodiumalso causes arteriole constrictionaldosterone is an antidiuretic hormone
pts at risk for calculi if they ingest too much
protein or have poor fluid intake
contraindicated medications in kidey pts
antibiotics-may cause kideny injurycontrast dyes- may cause kidney injurydietary supplements or steroids for muslce building with synthetic creatine damages kidneysNSAIDS & tylenol long term can damage kidneys
uremia
buildup of nitrogenous waste in the blood as a result of kidney failure. s/s - anorexia, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, pruriturs, fatigue
kidney damage causes edema in
pedal or pretibial (shin), sacral area and around the eyes
normal urine output per day
1-3 L1500-2000ml
serum creatinine
produced when protein in the muslce breaks down levels higher in men because they have more muslce mass-createnine levels do not increase until 50% of kidnets have lost their function 0.5-1.1 mg.dl
BUN
measures the kidney excreation of urea nitrogen which is a byproduct of protein breakdown in the liver. -rapid cell distruction, infection, streoid therapy may increase BUN levelsincrase may indicate reanal disease, dehydration, high potassium diet, stressdecrease may indicate fluid excess or severe hepatic damage10-20 mmol.L
blood osmolarity
indicator of hydration when blood osmolarity is decreased ADH is inhibited and as a result water is excreated not retained which then increases blood osmolarity water reabsorbed- osmolarity decreaseswater secreated- osmolarity increases
increase in ADH
happends in times of stress, surgery, anesthesia, or drugs such as morphoine body retains water
gravity
increase gravity- dehydration and too much ADHas a result water is retained and the urine that is produced is more concentrateddecrease gravity- increased fluid intake, diabetes insipidus and increased in diuretic drugs that make urine less concentrated 1.005-1.030
pH
7 alkaloticurine specimes becaomse more acidic if left unrefrigerated for more than one hours4.6-8
glucose
filtered by glomerulus and reabsorbed in the nephron, when BG rises above 220, some glucose is present in urine
ketone bodies
incomplete metabolism of fatty acids, -produced when fat is used instead of glucose for celular energy
proteins
proteinurea doesnt indicate kidney disease, it may also be baceuse of infection
microalbinurea
presence of albumin in urine measured by dipstick between 2-20hihg levels may indicate early kidney disease especialy in pts with diabetes
leukoesterase
made of WBCindicated UTI
nitrates
indicates UTI
creatinine clerane
best indicator for kidney functionmeasures GFR rate-compares urine creatinine levles with blood createnine levels so both samples must be colected 80-125
kidney assesment
bruising in flank region near costovertebral angle; listen for bruit over each renal artery, palpate for kidney masses in flank region, left kidney deeper and cannot be palpated; CVA tenderness (kidney inflammation/infection)
kidney assesment
(uremic encephalopathy – lethargy to seizures to coma; sensory changes in pattern of glove and stocking pattern over hands and feet; weakness of upper and lower limbs (uremic neuropathy)CV manifestations- HTN, heart failure, pulm edema, extra heart sounds (S3)Resp manifestations – uremic halitosis- bad breath because of high urimic in breath , SOB; tachypnea, and hyperpnea (increased depth of breathing) occur with met acidosis, Kussmaul respiration; uremic lung (=pneumonitis – thick sputum, reduced coughing, tachypnea)Hemotologic – anemia (pallor, wekness, SOB, lethargy, fatigue, dizziness) bleeding; GI – foul breath, mouth ulceration, stool for OB; skeletal – osteodystrophy, fractures; urine manifestations – urine changes, protein or blood in urine; skin – yellowish coloration pigment in skin, uremic frost – urea crystals on face, eyebrows, axilla, groin of pts with advanced uremic syndrome
changes in kidney when agiing
Kidney changes in agingKidney loses cortical tissue (due to reduce blood flow) and gets smaller by 80 years of age; glomerular and tubular lining thicken, number of glomeruli and surface areas decrease; tubule length decrease; reduction in kidney mass and blood flow, decreased renin, aldosterone and activation of vitamin D – all these changes reduce ability to filter blood and excrete waste productsGFR decrease after 45 years of age, by age 65 it is half rate of young adult, this is more rapid in pts with diabetes, HTN, or heart failure; elderly greater risk for fluid overload, and reduced drug clearance, also more urgency and nocturnal polyuria (due to decreased ability to concentrate urine), also hypernatremia and increased risk of dehydration
KUB (kidney ureter bladder x ray)
no preparation, just xray -shows stones, strictures, calcifications,, shape and size
IVP intravenous pylepgraphy
bowel preparation- to ensure that urinary structures are not abstucted by feces- dye is IV injected, it circulates into kidneys to be fileted and excreated in urine, xrays are taken at times of injection -gives info aboutsize shape, filling rate,
if pt has alergy to contrast dye
drugs such as steroids or antihistamines can be given before procedures
pts taking metforming
are at risk for lactic acidosis when getting IV dye -it should be d.c 24 hrs before any procedurepts at risk for kidney injury from IV dye need to have excess fluid to wash out dye -diuretics may be given to increase dye excreation -pts with asthma have been shown to be at increased risk for IV dye alergy -ask pts for alergy to shellfish and eggs, milk and chocolate
computed tomography CT scan
3D info on kidneys, ureters, bladder-shows tumors, cysts, and other mases or obstructions
cystography or cystourethrpgraphy
a urinary cather is placed in pt and dye is instilled to show visibility of lower urinary tract. -dye injected in bladded by placing a catheter then xrays are taken, (xrays during voiding) -VCUG obtained obtained to determine if urine flows back into the ureter
renography (kidney scan)
to provide info about blood flow to kidneys -no danger from small amount of radiactive material present in agent. -radiactive agent is injected IV, then it is absorbed by the kidneys and gives of an radioactive emission which produce an image. -to PROVIDE INFO ABOUT BLOOD FLOW OR GFR-in some cases CAPOTEN (antihypertensive) is given to change blood flow to kidneys. asses for hypotensions
ultrasonography
test requires full bladder, ask pt to drink water to fill up bladder, sound waves produce images of the organs -to asses size, thickness, calices, obstruction, tumor, cystsin prone postions
renal arteriography angiography
dye enters renal blood vessels ang generates an image to determine blood vessle size and abnormalities,
cystoscopy or cystourethroscopy
operative procedures for diagnostic or treatment reasons -to identify bladder (cystoscopy) or urethral trauma (cystourethroscopy)may be used to remove bladder tumors or enlarged prostate gland, also for tumors, fistulas or diverticuli
retrograde procedures
going against normal flow of urine, instils dye into lower urinary tract,dye doesnt enter bloodstream therefor pt is not at risk for kidney injury or alergic response-placement of custoscope is placed in ureters and dye is instilled then xrays are takenretrograde with cystoscopy
CMG cystometrpgraphy
to determine how well bladder wall muslce functions and how well streches -for bladder capacity, baldder pressure, and voiding reflexes, -catheter placed, cystometer attaced to cather inserts fluid into bladder, then bladder pressure is recorded.-after pt asked to void and PVR recorded
urine stream testing
for pelvic muslcle strenth and incontinence
contrast-induced kidney failure
-greatest risk in older or dehydrated pt with renal insufficienc
respirations in kindey pts
Patients with kidney failure are anemic because they cannot produce the hormone erythropoietin. A high oxygen saturation in an anemic patient who is showing signs of respiratory distress may still be hypoxemic. Administering oxygen is necessary.
warning signals associated with lung cancer
hoarsnesscoughblood sputum (hemoptysis)dyspneachest painclubbing of fingerswheezing
CKD comonly caused by
hypertension and diabetes
for CKD% of nephrons
90-95% of nephrons must be lost before kidney dysfucton is obvousbecause the healthy nephrons become larger and work harder, the GFR is effective untill up to 90% is lost
for AKD % of nephrons
50% of nephrons must be lost before kidney dysfunction os obvious
AKD caused by
reduced blood flowtoxinsischemiainfectionsobstruction
when there is an reduction in blood flow to the kidneys (hypoperfusion) which happens in AKD
the kidneys compensate by constricting renal blood vessels, activating the renin pathways and secreating ADH. this increases blood vlume and increases kidney perfusion. -however the same response lowers urine output resulting in loiguria (less than 400/day) and azotemia (buildup of waste in body)
types of AKI
prerenal azotemiaintrarenal AKIpostrenal azotemia
prerenal azotemia
caused by poor blood flow to kidneys-cause hypovolemic shock and HFearly AKI often reversible by correcting blood volume, increasing BP and improving cardiac output(hypotension, tachycardia, HF, PE, shock, lethdary, oliguria) tachycardia, SOB, crackle)hyperkalemia and hypocalcemia
intrarenal AKI (AKA oliguric AKI)
caused by infection, drugs, tumors, inflamation
postrenal azotemia
caused by obstruction (uremia, anuria, lethargy,)trouble with urine stream
to promote healthy kidney function
urge pts to avoid dehydration, by drinking at leasr 2-3 L or 1-2 quarts ot fluid daily. this is especialy important for atheletes or ppl who do streneous excercise.
OLIGURIC phases of kidney injury
onset phase- gradual increase in nitrogen waste and BUN and createnineoliguirc phase- (low urine output of 100-400ml/day) electrolytes are increased because they are not excreated out, causes hypertension, hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, hyperphosphotemia BUT HYPOcalcemia, high BUN and creatinene diuretic phase- urine flow icnreases up to 10L/day, low electryoltes in the body because they are excreated out. causes hypotension, low BUN and createnine, recovery phase- pts gets to normal level
drugs for good kidney function
cardiact glycosides such as digoxin- used when HF induces kidney injury, improves contraction increaing blood flow to kidneys. vitamins and minerals and iron- when pt getting dialysis you have to supplement vit. that are removed from the blood. take frugs after dialysis, take iron with meals, iron causes constipation so take stool softners. eportin alfa- to increase RBC and prevent anemia
in pts with diabetes
IV fat imulsions can provide a nonproteins source of caories, in uremic pts fat emulsions are used in place of glucose to avoid problems with excessive sugars.
hemodyalisis for several weeks
usualy placed on subclavian or internal jugular vein
hemodyalysis for short term
placed in femoral vein
peritoneal dialysis
not applicable for those on ventilation because if increases the abdominal distention
diet in kidney pts
limit foods high in potassium, phosphorous, sodium and protein and may need to restrict fluid intake
uremia
Azotemia is another word that refers to high levels of urea, high urea BUN and createnine in blood s/s- metalic taste, anorexia, n/v, uremic frost, itching, fatigue, hiccups, crapms,
CKD
first stage- slightly normal GFR of >90, no obvious kidney damage but with reduced renal reserve but WITHOUT buildup of waste in body mild stage- GFR of 60-89, slight elevation of waste in body, increased output of urine may happen here which can cause dehydration, moderate stage- GFR of 30-59, restrict fluid, electrolytes and proteins as neededsevere stage- <15 GFR, excessive wastes in blood, Renal replacement therapy or transplant
as CKD porgresses
ability to produce dulute urine is reduced, resulting in isosthenuria (fixed osmolarity ) as kidney function declines BUN increases and urine output decreases putting pts in fluid overload
calculating GFR
serum createnine level, gender, age, race, body size
eary and late stages of CKD
early stage- pt is hyponatremia becuase there are few nephrones to reabsorb sodium, later stage-hypernatremia, excreation of sodium is reduced as urine production increases, (ANY INCREASE IN POTASIUM LOAD DURING THE LATER STAGE CAN LEAD TO HYPERKALEMIA)
Kussmaul respirations
as CKD worses acid retention increases and an increased respiration is needed to keep blood pH levels normal. rate and depth of breathing is increased called Kussmaul reespirations. -these pts need alkali replacement to conteract the acidosis in their bodyOxygen will not help his respirations and could make his acidosis worse.”
Renal osteodystrophy
is thought to be the result of hyperparathyroidism secondary to hyperphosphatemia combined with hypocalcaemia, both of which are due to decreased excretion of phosphate by the damaged kidney. Low activated vitamin D3 levels are a result of the damaged kidneys’ inability to convert vitamin D3 into its active form, calcitriol, and result in further hypocalcaemia.
hyperlipidemia
occur in CKD, this pts pts at risk for CAD
uremic cardiomyopathy
increased uremia effects the myocardium
stomatitis and halitosis
mouth contains urease which breaks down urea in ammonia, the amonia generated by this reaction causes stomatitis and halitosis
urge pts with diabetes
to have yearly testing for microalbuminurea
uremic encepalohathy
leathargy, seizures, coma,
uremic neurophathy
weakenss in upper and lower extremities
tachypnea and hyperpnea
increased respirations and increased depthy of breathing because of resp acidosis
uremic frost
layer of urea crystals from evaporated sweat may appear in face, eyebrows, froin or axilla.
use of furosemide with kidney damage
may cause ototoxticity so IV doeses give carefuly
calcium channel blockers
may improve GFR and blood flow with kidney
CKD early and hypocalcemia
Early CKD – reduced phosphate excretion, leading to hypocalcemia; parathyroid hormone then is released to get calcium from bones – leading to bone density loss ( extra calcium needed to balance plasma phosphate level); in severe CKD, even less calcitriol available leading to even less calcium level ( called renal osteodystrophy – low calcium and high phosphorus – cause bone pain, spinal sclerosis, fx, bone density loss, osteomalacia and tooth calcium loss)
Metastatic calcifications –
crystals from high plasma level of calcium-phosphate (if exceed 70 mg/dL) lodge in kidneys, heart, blood vessels, brain etc.; pt c/o increased skin itching with this
hemodylasiss
heparin most commonly used to prevent clots; vascular access – AV fistula (connect artery to vein in radial or brachial or cephalic vein, need to be matured before usage) or AV graft (when AV fistula doesn’t develop or its use is limited, commonly used in older adults) – assess for adequate circulation, check distal pulses and capillary refill, check for bruit and thrill, HD complication – thrombosis or clotting of AV access, infections, aneurysm in fistula, ischemia can occur range from cold and numb fingers to gangrene; dialysis disequilibrium syndrome may occur during or after HD, due to rapid decrease in fluid volume and BUN levels, can cause cerebral edema and increased intracranial pressure with neuro s/s – HA, N/V, restlessness, decreased level of consciousness, seizures, coma or death; infectious diseases – hep B and C may occur but the incidence has decreased due to increased use of erythropoietin ; HIV
mahurak - short term HD
perm cath- long term HD
peritoneal dialysis
Involves siliconized rubber catheter placed into abdominal cavity for infusion of dialysatePeritoneal PD complication – peritonitis s/s – cloudy or opaque effluent is earliest sign of peritonitis; pain; exit site and tunnel infections, poor dialysate flow usually related to constipation; dialysate leakage – occur more often with obese pts, DM, older adults and long term steroid therapy; bleeding, bowel perforation esp when catheter first placed
AV graft
A positive bruit and thrill indicate good blood flow through the graft. A dialysis access should only be used for dialysis. IVs should not be started, nor should blood pressure be taken in the same arm where the access is located. Elevation of the arm will not ensure function of the graft.
anithypertensive meds
Vasoactive drugs such as beta blockers like atenolol can cause hypotension during dialysis and are usually held until after treatment.
temp after dialysis
The patient’s temperature is elevated after dialysis because the dialysis machine warms the blood slightly. Weight and blood pressure should be decreased because excess fluid is removed during dialysis. Heparin is required during hemodialysis and increases clotting time. All invasive procedures should be avoided for 4 to 6 hours after dialysis.
restrictions in diet
Sodium is restricted because it causes retention of fluids. Potassium is restricted to prevent dangerous cardiac dysrhythmias. Vitamins must be supplemented, not restricted. There is an inverse relationship between phosphorus and calcium; when phosphorus is high, calcium is low and should not be restricted
diabetes in pts with CKD
Rationale: The patient with diabetes who has chronic kidney disease (CKD) often requires reduced doses of insulin and/or antidiabetic drugs because the failing kidneys do not excrete or metabolize these drugs well. Thus the drugs are effective longer, increasing the risk for hypoglycemia.
check function of fistula or graft
asses circulation in arm where AV is , check distal pulses and cap refil, DONT TAKE BP or IV IN THE ARMdont use AV or GRAFT to give iv fluids, only for dialysis
PD
cant be done if there is scaring in adominal area
The client with chronic kidney disease presents with bradycardia, prolonged PR interval, and diminished bowel sounds. For which of these should the nurse monitor?
Hyperkalemia may be present; electrocardiographic changes and paralytic ileus may develop.
Which teaching by the nurse will help the client prevent renal osteodystrophy?
Avoiding peas, nuts, and legumes CorrectCorrect: Kidney failure causes hyperphosphatemia; this client must restrict phosphorus-containing foods such as beans, peas, nuts (peanut butter), and legumes.
uremia and pericarditis
The client with uremia is prone to pericarditis; symptoms include inspiratory chest pain, low-grade fever, and ST segment elevation.
dyspenia and fluid
Dyspnea is a sign of fluid overload and possible pulmonary edema; the nurse assists the client in correlating symptoms of fluid overload with nonadherence to fluid restriction.