week 9 - Implications of living with heart failure Flashcards
1
Q
what are the common symptoms of heart failure?
A
dysponea, orthopena, fatigue
2
Q
what are the less typical symptoms of heart failure?
A
nocternal cough, wheeze, abdominal blaoting, anorexia, confusion, depression , palapitations, dizziness, syncope, tachycardio, tachyponea
3
Q
what lifestyle changes are needed if someone is living with heart failure?
A
frequent hospitilsations
altered diet
fluid restrictions
complex medication regimes
multiple appointments
reduced indipendece
poor quality of life
4
Q
what is the emotional impact of living with Heart failure?
A
shock, fear, uncertinaty, guilt, shame, low mood, frustration