What are Common Cardiac Conditions Nurses Should Be Aware Of?
Nurses should be familiar with several common cardiac conditions: - Hypertension: High blood pressure that can lead to severe complications if untreated. - Atrial Fibrillation: An irregular, often rapid heart rate that can lead to blood clots. - Congestive Heart Failure: A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively. - Myocardial Infarction: Commonly known as a heart attack, caused by the blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle.
