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Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) presents complex challenges for healthcare providers and requires thorough nursing assessment, diagnosis, and intervention. This comprehensive guide explores the essential nursing diagnoses, interventions, and care plans necessary for effective CHF management. Understanding Congestive Heart Failure Congestive Heart Failure occurs when the heart muscle cannot pump blood effectively enough to meet the … See Nursing Diagnoses

Myocarditis Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

by Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle (myocardium) that can affect heart function. Understanding the nursing diagnosis for myocarditis is crucial for providing effective care to patients with this condition. Causes (Related to) Myocarditis can result from various factors leading to heart muscle inflammation. The following are common causes of myocarditis: Signs and Symptoms … See Nursing Diagnoses

Blood Flow through the Heart – Pathophysiology

by Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN

The heart is the muscular organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system and the rest of the body. It is vital for carrying oxygenated (i.e. oxygen-rich) blood from the lungs to the different tissues of the body, as well as for taking the waste products and deoxygenated (i.e. oxygen-poor) blood away from the tissues. … See Nursing Diagnoses

Myocardial Infarction Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

by Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN

nursing diagnosis for myocardial infarction

Myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, is a life-threatening condition that occurs when blood flow to the heart is severely reduced or blocked. Understanding Myocardial Infarction Myocardial infarction happens when a coronary artery becomes blocked, usually due to the rupture of an atherosclerotic plaque. This blockage prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching a … See Nursing Diagnoses