How Do Nurses Monitor Patients with Cardiac Devices?
Nurses play a critical role in the monitoring and management of patients with cardiac devices. This involves:
- Regular Checkups: Conducting periodic assessments to ensure the device is functioning correctly. - Patient Education: Teaching patients how to recognize signs of device malfunction, such as dizziness or irregular heartbeats. - Telemetry Monitoring: Using remote monitoring technologies to keep track of the patient’s heart rhythms and device performance. - Wound Care: Providing care for the surgical site to prevent infections and complications.
