Cardiovascular Disease

Competency
Prioritize nursing care strategies for clients with cardiovascular disorders.

Scenario
Cardiac disease a one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Since it is so prevalent, you want to ensure your co-workers are fully prepared to care for patients. You are hosting a lunch to provide a refresher on heart disease and how to care for patients. During the lunch, you will present a PowerPoint Presentation to your co-workers.

Instructions
Choose one of the cardiac diseases that we covered in the last two modules. Within your presentation include:

Provide a detailed overview of the disease process
Diagnosis
Treatment
Multidimensional care including risk reduction, health promotion, and nursing interventions specific to the disease process