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Findings to Watch for and Report with Mitral Regurgitation-3

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding findings to watch for and report with mitral regurgitation as follows: Compromised renal function: Progressively reduced blood supply to the kidneys can result in deterioration of renal function, diminished urine output, increased fluid and waste retention, and renal failure. Diminished urine output with increased fluid retention can result in acute weight gain and increased load on already failing heart, which can further complicate the outcome. Try peeing into an urinal and [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report with Mitral Regurgitation-2

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding findings to watch for and report with mitral regurgitation as follows: Worsening pedal edema: Persistent back-up of fluid in the heart chambers can lead to progressive deterioration of heart function, enlargement of the heart, weakening of heart muscle, and heart failure. Individuals can present with swelling of the lower legs, with pitting upon applying slight pressure. The severity of pitting increases with severity of heart failure. Keep a close watch on [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report with Mitral Regurgitation-1

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding findings to watch for and report with mitral regurgitation as follows: Hypotension: Reduced output of blood from the heart will result in low blood pressure and hypotensive symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness. Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday blood pressure readings. Report to your physician regarding any consistent systolic readings below 90 and diastolic readings below 60. Acute weight gain: Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday weight recording. Fluid [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Mitral Regurgitation-3

Patient was educated that signs and symptoms of mitral regurgitation can vary from mild to severe depending on the degree of regurgitation, back-flow of blood, and the extent of vital organ compromise. Patient was educated regarding signs and symptoms are as follows: Tachycardia As the blood pressure falls heart rate can increase, as the heart can try to compensate for the low blood pressure, by working harder. Murmur Patients can present with regurgitation murmur of [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Mitral Regurgitation-2

Patient was educated that signs and symptoms of mitral regurgitation can vary from mild to severe depending on the degree of regurgitation, back-flow of blood, and the extent of vital organ compromise. Patient was educated regarding signs and symptoms are as follows: Diminished function of vital organs Compromised blood and oxygen supply to the vital organs affect their function gradually. Blood supply could be reduced to all organs, such as, brain, heart, lung, stomach, and [...]