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Signs and Symptoms of Mitral Regurgitation-1

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: Increased workload of the heart Forward pumping of blood through the regurgitating or incompletely closed valve can be difficult due to continuous back-flow of blood into the heart chambers. Increased volume of blood [...]

Pathophysiology of Mitral Regurgitation

Patient was educated on mitral regurgitation and its pathophysiology as follows: A normal functioning mitral valve closes completely, when the left ventricle contracts, allowing oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to be pumped into the aorta, to be distributed to all the vital organs in the body. Mitral regurgitation is an abnormal condition of incomplete closing of the mitral valve, when the left ventricle contracts. This resulting in back flow of blood from the left [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed with Mitral Stenosis-3

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with mitral stenosis as follows: Fluid back-up in individuals with valvular heart disease can result in acute weight gain. Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday weight recording. Any acute increase of weight, more than 2 pounds in 2 consecutive days or more than 5 pounds in one-week duration, indicates significant fluid retention and deteriorating cardiac function, and must be reported to the physician Reduced blood [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed with Mitral Stenosis-2

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with mitral stenosis as follows: Reduced output of oxygenated blood from the heart, in individuals with valvular heart disease, can result in reduced blood and oxygen supply to all the vital organs, contributing to compromised organ function. Reduced blood and oxygen supply to heart muscle, in individuals with valvular heart disease, can result in damage to the heart muscle, arrhythmias, chest pain, and discomfort. Keep a [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed with Mitral Stenosis-1

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with mitral stenosis as follows: Reduced output of blood from the heart, in individuals with valvular heart disease, can 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. Persistent back-up of fluid in the heart chambers can [...]