Heart Failure
1. Prepare a list of the clinical manifestations and complications of both acute and chronic HF;relate the symptoms to the pathophysiology of HF.
2. Present the pathophysiology of both right- and left-sided HF with the clinical manifestations associated with each; compare and contrast the pathophysiology and manifestations.
3. Identify and present the rationale and measures that improve left ventricular function through the following components: decreasing intravascular volume, decreasing venous return, decreasing afterload, improving gas exchange, improving cardiac function, and reducing anxiety.

Topic: Heart failure

Order Description
1.Briefly discuss the symptoms of right- and left-sided HF.
2.What common primary care diagnoses result in the development of HF symptoms?
3. Discuss the treatment of one of these common causes.
4.What are some serious signs and symptoms of acute HF?
5. When would you refer to cardiology for evaluation and treatment?
6.Discuss the criteria used to make a diagnosis of HF and intrepretation of any diagnostic results that would be obtained.
6.Consider your practicum experiences and discuss them as they relate to the topic.