NRS 455 Topic 1 DQ 1 Identify a cardiac or respiratory dysfunction and its cause

NRS 455 Topic 1 DQ 1 Identify a cardiac or respiratory dysfunction and its cause

Identify a cardiac or respiratory dysfunction and its cause. Outline the key steps necessary to prevent the dysfunction and improve health status.

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NRS 455 Topic 1 DQ 1 Sample AI Summary

Cardiac Dysfunction: Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Cause:
Coronary artery disease is caused by the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques (cholesterol, fat, and inflammatory deposits) in the coronary arteries, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Major risk factors include:

• Modifiable: Hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet.
• Non-modifiable: Age, male gender, family history of heart disease.

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Key Prevention Steps:

1. Healthy Diet:
   • Consume a Mediterranean-style diet (rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats like olive oil).
   • Reduce intake of saturated fats, trans fats, salt, and refined sugars.
2. Regular Exercise:
   • Engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity (e.g., brisk walking, cycling) per week.
   • Include strength training twice weekly to improve cardiovascular health.
3. Smoking Cessation:
   • Quitting smoking reduces CAD risk by 50% within 1 year.
   • Seek nicotine replacement therapy or counseling if needed.
4. Control Hypertension & Cholesterol:
   • Monitor blood pressure (target <120/80 mmHg).
   • Manage LDL cholesterol (target <100 mg/dL for high-risk individuals).
   • Use medications (e.g., statins, antihypertensives) if lifestyle changes are insufficient.
5. Manage Diabetes & Weight:
   • Maintain HbA1c <7% for diabetics.
   • Achieve a BMI of 18.5–24.9 through diet and exercise.
6. Stress Reduction:
   • Practice mindfulness, yoga, or deep breathing exercises to lower stress-induced cardiac strain.
7. Regular Health Screenings:
   • Check lipid profile, blood pressure, and glucose levels annually (or as advised by a physician).

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Expected Health Improvement:

• ↓ Risk of heart attack/stroke by up to 80% with lifestyle changes.
• Improved cardiac function and energy levels.
• Longer life expectancy and better quality of life.

Would you like a similar breakdown for a respiratory dysfunction (e.g., COPD or asthma)? You can read the next task here NRS 455 Topic 1 DQ 2 Discuss discharge resources that are available for chronic cardiorespiratory issues to support patient independence and prevent readmission.