Heart Failure Case Study

When the ejection fraction (EF) falls below_______ the person is in extreme danger for experiencing complications of heart failure.

40%

The patient is sent home with the instructions listed below. What is the rationale for digoxin? Digoxin 0.125 mg every day. Check heart rate before taking Digoxin: If heart rate is less than 60 beats per minute, do not take the digoxin and call the HCP. Daily weights—call HCP is there is a 5-pound weight gain over 2 days. Lisinopril 5 mg every day. Check blood pressure every morning and call HCP if systolic greater than 140 or diastolic greater than 90.

Cardiac glycoside, which increases force and contractility of the ventricles

What factors in her past medical history could have contributed to the development of heart failure. Select all that apply.

Myocardial Infarction Diabetes Hypertension

According to the American Heart Association heart failure website, what are some warning signs of heart failure?

Shortness of Breath Chronic Coughing Lightheaded Nausea Tachycardia (high heart rate)

What symptoms of right-sided heart failure is the patient exhibiting?

Tight legs (peripheral edema)

A normal ejection fraction (EF) is between 50%-70%

True