Lobar Pneumonia Complications: Pulmonary, Cardiac, and Systemic Effects Question. Mention the complications of lobar pneumonia. Answer. Complications of Pneumonia In lung: lobar pneumonia. Pleural effusion Pneumothorax Empyema Lung abscess Respiratory failure. In cardiac involvement: lobar pneumonia. Pericarditis Endocarditis Myocarditis … [Read more...] about Lobar Pneumonia Complications: Pulmonary, Cardiac, and Systemic Effects
Tetralogy of Fallot: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Explained
Tetralogy of Fallot: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Explained Question. Write short note on tetralogy of Fallot. Answer. It is the commonest cyanotic congenital heart disease in children above the age of 2 years. It is characterized by four constituents: Ventricular septal defect. Pulmonary stenosis Overriding or dextroposed aorta Right ventricular … [Read more...] about Tetralogy of Fallot: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Explained
Heart Failure Treatment And Management
Heart Failure Treatment And Management Question. Outline the management of congestive cardiac failure. Answer. The management of cardiac failure aims to restore balance between metabolic demands of the body and person heart’s ability to meet these demands. Rest: Complete bed rest is the key stone of management. When the patient is dyspneic, bed rest is given with the … [Read more...] about Heart Failure Treatment And Management
Management Of Acute Left Ventricular Failure
Management Of Acute Left Ventricular Failure Question. Describe the management of acute left ventricular failure. Answer. Management Acute Left Ventricular Failure: First aim of treatment is to fid and remove the precipitating cause, i.e. arrhythmia or an intercurrent infection. Patient should be kept in sitting position, with legs hanging along side of the bed, … [Read more...] about Management Of Acute Left Ventricular Failure
Hypertension Treatment And Management
Hypertension Treatment And Management Question. Outline the management of essential hypertension. Or Describe briefl management of hypertension. Answer. Management of systemic hypertension. Nonpharmacological treatment 1. Salt restriction: Modest sodium restriction 2.4 gm sodium or 6 gm NaCl is effctive in controlling hypertension. 2. Weight reduction: In … [Read more...] about Hypertension Treatment And Management