Sub Topics: Coronary Artery Disease, ...
The phrase "Nursing Acute and Chronic Cardiac Care" refers to the specialized area of nursing that focuses on caring for patients with both sudden (acute) and long-term (chronic) heart conditions. Here's a breakdown of what it involves:
Nursing: The professional practice of caring for individuals to maintain or recover optimal health and quality of life.
Acute Cardiac Care: Involves urgent treatment for severe or life-threatening heart conditions, such as heart attacks, arrhythmias, or heart failure exacerbations.
Chronic Cardiac Care: Focuses on the ongoing management of long-term heart conditions like hypertension, stable angina, or chronic heart failure.
This type of nursing requires a deep understanding of cardiovascular pathophysiology, medication management, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.