Patient/caregiver was educated upon findings to watch for and report in individuals with history of congestive heart failure as follows: Exacerbation of SOB: Reduced output of oxygenated blood from the heart, secondary to heart failure, will result in reduced blood and oxygen supply to all the vital organs, contributing to increased dyspnea and SOB. Also, fluid back-up into the lungs can lead to fluid retention in the chest, difficulty in gas exchange in the lungs, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated upon findings to watch for and report in individuals with history of congestive heart failure as follows: Hypotension: Reduced output of blood from the heart due to heart failure 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 above 160. Report consistent diastolic readings below 60 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated upon signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure as follows: Chest pain and palpitations Compromised blood circulation to the heart muscle, secondary to heart failure, can result in episodes of chest pain and palpitations. In severe cases, this can even lead to myocardial infarction and heart attack. Arrhythmias Poorly functioning heart muscle with compromised blood supply, secondary to heart failure, can lead to development of abnormal heart rhythm and arrhythmia. Abnormal and [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated upon signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure as follows: Fluid retention in chest and edema Poor and ineffective contractions of the heart chambers result in reduced emptying of the chambers, with progressively increased back-up of blood in the heart chambers, lungs, peripheral veins, and tissues. Back up of blood in the heart chambers can lead to increased blood volume and pressure in the heart chambers, resulting in progressive weakening of heart [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated upon signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure as follows: Hypotension Increased back-up with retention of blood in the heart chambers can reduce the volume of blood in the circulation, resulting in low blood pressure. Diminished function of vital organs Damaged heart muscle cannot contract effectively. Ineffective and poor contractions of heart result in inability of heart chambers to pump adequate blood to the circulation and vital organs. Compromised blood and oxygen [...]