NURBN2012 | Nursing Practice Pathophysiology Assignment | Nursing

Pathophysiology

1. Briefly describe the updated classifications for AF and outline the main objectives in the management of patients in AF;
2. Describe cardiac remodeling and discuss this with relation to Kevin’s AF and how this could impact on his risk for cardiac failure;
3. Describe why Kevin is at risk of thromboembolism, and where is thrombus most likely to manifest;
4. What is the pathophysiology associated with haemorrhagic and ischemic CVA and discuss the precipitating factors for each? Briefly discuss the risk of CVA in patients who have already experienced a TIA.

Pharmacology

1. Identify the first line medications for rate control and rhythm management in AF, and describe the pharmacological actions of same;
2. Identify the first line medications for thromboembolic prophylaxis in AF, and describe how these medications act upon the coagulation cascade;
3. Compare the side-effects and lifestyle impact of taking vitamin K antagonists to that of the novel oral anticoagulants.

Psychosocial issues

1. What measures would you take to ensure that Kevin remains compliant with medication and follow-up care?
2. How would you ensure that Kevin can recognize the signs of CVA?
3. Describe the nursing measures that you would take to educate Kevin about lifestyle modifications that he needs to make to decrease his risk of mortality and morbidity associated with his new diagnosis;
4. How will you assess Kevin’s understanding of the information that you have provided to him?

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Directions

This assessment is to be presented in an essay format, which includes an introduction and conclusion. Do not rewrite the case study in your introduction.

Please respond to the questions in a logical format. Dot points are not acceptable. It is acceptable to use headings at the start of new topics if this makes it easier for your essay organization. However, avoid creating a question and answer document.

Appropriately referenced and labeled tables, diagrams or images may be used in the body of the paper. Alternately, any tables, diagrams or images may be added as an appendix, as long as the information pertaining to same is integrated into the body of your paper

References must be current, preferably from the past five years and no older than ten years, unless it is of historical significance, in which case a brief statement of the historical significance must be included when citing the source. Your writing should demonstrate wide reading from a variety of sources, such as, journals, texts and clinical practice guidelines.