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In heart failure, common abnormal lab values include elevated levels of B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) or N-terminal pro-BNP (NT-proBNP), which indicate cardiac stress and fluid overload. Additionally, renal function may be impaired, leading to elevated creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. Electrolyte imbalances, particularly hyponatremia (low sodium) and hyperkalemia (high potassium), can also occur due to fluid retention and medication effects. Lastly, liver function tests may show elevated liver enzymes if congestion affects hepatic circulation.
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Can septic shock be seen with severe congestive heart failure?
yes, should provide fluid bolus
Are congestive heart failure and diastolic heart failure the same?
Congestive heart failure is a buildup of fluid due to a failure of the heart to maintain a normal forward flow. It is a pump problem. Symptoms my include swelling of the soft tissues of the extremities, particularly the lower extremities, shortness of breath from buildup of fluid in the lungs, inability to lie down due to shortness of breath, decreased appetite, and exercise intolerance.An enlarged heart may be seen on chest xray in a patient with congestive heart failure, but other conditions may cause an enlarged heart as well, including chronic hypertension.
What is the normal range for lvef for the heart?
The normal range for left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) is typically between 55% and 70%. LVEF measures the percentage of blood the left ventricle pumps out with each contraction. Values below 55% may indicate heart dysfunction or heart failure, while values above 70% can sometimes be seen in certain conditions but may also suggest hyperdynamic circulation. Regular monitoring of LVEF is important for assessing heart health.
What to do if you have abnormal results for magnesium?
Increased blood levels of magnesium are sometime due to dietary sources. But are usually the result of an excretion problem or excessive supplementation. Increased levels are seen in Kidney failure.
What is non-congestive heart failure?
Non-congestive heart failure, often referred to as heart failure without congestion, is a condition where the heart's ability to pump blood is compromised, but without the typical fluid buildup in the lungs or other tissues associated with congestive heart failure. Patients may experience fatigue, shortness of breath, and reduced exercise tolerance, but may not exhibit the fluid retention or swelling seen in congestive cases. This form of heart failure can be challenging to diagnose, as symptoms can be less pronounced or attributed to other conditions. It often requires careful management and monitoring to prevent progression and maintain quality of life.
What are signs of heart failure?
patient with Right sided heart failure usually presenting as having edema in the lower limb or if severe, they can have sacral edema. they also may present as having systemic or portal venous congestion, enlarged liver and spleen and also ascites.
What is considered a low heart rate for a congestive heart failure patient?
while 60 is concidered the normal lower limits, the heart rate is not seen as to low until it causes a drop in blood presure that produces a negative affect in the person .
Are heart attack and heart failure the same?
No. A heart attack (called a myocardial infarction, or MI) is an acute event caused by lack of oxygen and metabolic substrates to a particular part of the heart, or the entire heart in certain conditions, such as shock. Heart failure, as it is frequently called, is actually a misnomer. It refers to a relative weakness of the heart, causing its pumping action to not be as efficient as it once was. For instance, a healthy heart has a pumping efficiency (Ejection fraction = the percentage of blood in the ventricle that is pumped out with each heart beat) of about 55-60%. In "heart failure," the ejection fraction is less than this. Heart failure is frequently seen after heart attacks, but may be caused by many other conditions as well.
What is BNP in heart disease?
B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a hormone produced by the heart's ventricular cells in response to increased pressure and volume overload, often seen in heart failure. Elevated levels of BNP in the blood can indicate heart dysfunction and help diagnose heart failure, assess its severity, and guide treatment decisions. Clinicians commonly use BNP testing alongside other clinical assessments to evaluate patients with symptoms of heart disease.
How is the Vietnam war seen today?
It is generally seen as an American failure in war.
What is the purpose of electrocardiography?
Hyperthyroidism can result in tachyarrhythmias (fast abnormal heart rhythms) such as supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, or atrial flutter. These can be detected on EKG. Hypothyroidism can cause slow heart rate (bradycardia) and can be associated with congenital heart block (abnormal electrical conduction between the top and bottom chambers of the heart). These can also be seen on EKG.
Has anyone seen a heart before?
Of course ... Heart Surgeons have seen many hearts.
