Renovascular hypertension
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This article examines the treatment of patients diagnosed with renovascular hypertension. Treatment methods include antihypertensive medications and surgical options like revascularization, angioplasty, or stenting and the nursing staff plays a critical role in patient education, post-operative care, and blood pressure monitoring during recovery.
Publication Name: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0889-4655
Year: 2001
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Aortic dissection
Article Abstract:
This article examines the nursing management required for patients with aortic dissection, a vascular condition that causes intense chest pain. Patients with chronic pain or hypertension require surgical treatment and nursing interventions that include physical assessment, postoperative care, and careful blood pressure monitoring.
Publication Name: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0889-4655
Year: 2001
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Peripheral arterial disease of the lower extremity
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This article examines the nurse's role in caring for patients with peripheral arterial disease in the lower limbs. Nurses educate patients on noninvasive methods used to manage their condition like smoking cessation, exercise, and meticulous foot care and help develop post-operative care plans for patients requiring surgery.
Publication Name: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0889-4655
Year: 2001
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