The symptoms of a Cerebral Vascular Accident typically start sudden, in seconds to minutes and in most cases do not progress further. REMEMBER the more quickly you get help the better prognosis you will have. Some of the signs/symptoms of CVA are slurred speech, drooping of one side of the face, weakness of one side of the body, dizziness, blurred vision, and headache. Because each and every person is different and everyone’s body does not react the same symptoms may vary from person to person. Some of the leading causes of CVA are: -High Blood Pressure -Diabetes -Drug Use -Alcohol Abuse -Obesity Statistics say: -35%-50% of people with high blood pressure are at risk of having a stroke.
Emergent need for dialysis 2. Starting hemodialysis with a catheter rather than with a fistula or graft 3. Starting dialysis as an inpatient rather than an outpatient During the months surveyed in 2009, some 70% of all patients starting hemodialysis fit some or all of these criteria. Notably, of the remaining 30% virtually all had been enrolled in the Chronic Kidney Disease Management Program. Importance of vascular access for cost containment Multiple studies have shown that a fistula is the best on most cost-effective vascular access, followed by a graft, and that having a catheter as hemodialysis access is by far the worst, having not only the highest initial cost, but also the highest re-admission rates for serious events such as catheter-related bacteremias, which in most cases have to be born by the hospital system given that a large number of patients are uninsured or underinsured.
Atrial Fibrilation is described by Mayo Clinic as “an irregular and often rapid heart rate that commonly causes poor blood flow to the body.” “During atrial fibrillation, the heart's two upper chambers (the atria) beat chaotically and irregularly — out of coordination with the two lower chambers (the ventricles) of the heart. Atrial fibrillation symptoms often include heart palpitations, shortness of breath and weakness. Episodes of atrial fibrillation can come and go, or you may develop atrial fibrillation that doesn't go away and may require treatment. Although atrial fibrillation itself usually isn't life-threatening, it is a serious medical condition that sometimes requires emergency treatment. It can lead to complications.
According the American Heart Association’s posted statistics in Chapter 12 of this week’s reading, out of more than 6.5 million Americans suffer from strokes each year, roughly 150,000 die as a result from the damage. Al though strokes cannot be permanently prevented about 15 percent of all major strokes show signs prior to the event-taking place. Symptoms of random dizziness, numbness of the face, or even temporary paralysis are all danger signs of a possible stroke. These symptoms are precipitated directly from what is referred to as “Transient Ischemic Attacks” or “TiA”. There are many risks associated with
Sometimes other signs and symptoms precede sudden cardiac arrest. These may include fatigue, fainting, blackouts, dizziness, chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, palpitations or vomiting. But sudden cardiac arrest often occurs with no warning. Unlike other muscles in the body, which rely on nerve connections to receive the electrical stimulation they need to function, the heart has its own electrical stimulator — a specialized group of cells called the sinus node located in the upper right chamber (right atrium) of the heart. The sinus node generates electrical impulses that
A myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is a diseased state in the heart that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the heart has been occluded or interrupted. This results in a state of ischemia in which oxygen shortage to the heart causes damage and potential death of the heart tissue itself (Black & Hawks, 2009). This is considered a medical emergency, and is leading cause of death in both men and women all over the world. Past history can play a major role and important risk factors can include a previous history of vascular diseases such as atherosclerotic coronary heart disease and/or angina, a previously suffered heart attack or stroke, any cases of abnormal heart rhythms and snycopal episodes (Hudson, M., Christenson, R., Newby, L., Kaplan, A., & Ohman, E. 1999). In men over forty and women over fifty, smoking, the abuse of illicit drugs, excessive alcohol consumption, high triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, high LDL and low HDL levels, obesity, and chronically high levels of stress can majorly increase the chances of a myocardial infarction (Black & Hawks, 2009).
Peter’s past medical history showed Ischemic Heart disease, Angina, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Following Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) protocol Peter was placed on the cardiac monitors and his vital signs observed half hourly. Observations showed sinus tachycardia 120 beats per minute (BPM), pyrexia (temperature of 39.6) and hypotension (systolic blood pressure 85mmHg) (SIGN 2007). Myocardial infarction (MI) refers to necrosis of myocardial cells caused by cessation or severe reduction in the blood supply (Jowett and Thompson 1995). Following an MI irreversible necrosis of a portion of heart muscle results due to prolonged ischaemia (Lilly 1998).
Cardiovascular Disease July 5,2013 HCA 240 Joanna Puia Congestive Heart Failure, which is also referred to ad CHF, is one of the most common cardiac conditions amongst people. This condition affects more then 5 million people worldwide. There is can be up to a half million new cases that are diagnosed each year. Congestive heart failure is the cause of many other problems such as heart attacks, strokes, and Intermitted claudication. The risk factors that an individual had is based off of age, family history and being of the male gender.
Genetic explanations for OCD are supported by family and twin studies. Nestadt et al found that people with a first degree relative with OCD had a five times greater risk of having OCD at some point in their lives compared to the general population. Billet et al found that Mz twins were twice as likely as Dz twins to develop OCD if their co twin had the disorder. In addition to this some studies have implicated specific genetics as a possible cause for OCD. It was found that a variation of the gene COMT occurred in 50% of male OCD suffered, 10% of female OCD sufferers and 16% of the general population.
The landmark study by the American Geriatric Society (AGS) conducted in 1998 found through a telephone survey that one in five older Americans are taking analgesic medicines regularly and 63% of those have taken prescription pain medications for more than six months (AGS, 1998, p. 635). Older people are more likely to suffer from arthritis, bone and joint disorders, back problems, and many other chronic conditions. The study by the AGS also found that 45% of people who take pain medications had seen three or more doctors in the past five years, 79% whom were primary care physicians. Previous studies also suggest that 25-50% of long term care facility residents suffer from chronic pain and 45 to