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Unstable Angina
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Nursing Mind Map on Unstable Angina, created by Chaleyki Douglas on 03/03/2017.
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Unstable Angina
Pathology/Etiology
Low oxygen in coronary arteries
Rupture of existing plaque in coronary arteries
Complete or partial blockage of blood flow
Possible Complications
Myocardial infarction (death of heart muscle cells)
Treatment
Sugery
Drug therapy
Increase oxygen suuply
Nitroglycerin
Decrease oxygen demand of the heart
Lifestyle
Diagnostic Tests
Nursing management
Patient teaching
Proper order, timing and use of medication
Appropriate lifestyle choices including low fat diet, avoiding tobacco smoke and alcohol
pre-op/post op
Acute treatment
Ensure airway patent
Apply oxygen by nasal cannula or non-rebreather to ensure adequate oxygen perfusion
morphine to reduce pain
Clinical Manifestations
Signs
Symptoms
Risk Factors
Non-modifiable
Family History
Modifiable
Smoking
Alcohol consumption
proportion of fat in diet
Controll of co-morbity: ex. diabetes
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