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Signs and Symptoms of Aortic Regurgitation-1

Patient was educated that signs and symptoms of aortic 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 Aortic Regurgitation

Patient/caregiver was educated on aortic regurgitation and its pathophysiology as follows: A normal functioning aortic valve closes completely, when the left ventricle relaxes and gets filled with blood from left atrium. Complete closure of aortic valve prevents any back flow of blood from the aorta into left ventricle. Aortic regurgitation is an abnormal condition of incomplete closing of the aortic valve, when the left ventricle relaxes. This resulting in back flow of blood from the [...]

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

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with aortic stenosis as follows: Be aware of signs and symptoms of clot and emboli formation, such as, acute dry cough, sudden chest pain with exacerbation of shortness of breath, acute calf pain with swelling of the lower limb, and dizziness. Observe compliance with recommendations for smoking cessation, if applicable. Observe compliance with intake of blood thinner and anticoagulant medications, if any ordered. Observe compliance with [...]

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

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with aortic stenosis as follows: Fluid back-up into the lungs in individuals with valvular heart disease can lead to fluid retention in the chest, difficulty in gas exchange in the lungs, poor oxygen pick-up, and exacerbation of shortness of breath. Observe compliance with log maintenance of everyday oxygen saturation readings. Report to your physician regarding any oxygen saturations consistently below 90. Oxygen dependent individuals must observe [...]

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

Patient/caregiver was instructed regarding life-style measures to be observed with aortic 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 [...]