Pathophysiology of heart failure by analyzing a patient’s symptoms

Pathophysiology of heart failure by analyzing a patient’s symptoms

Week 2 Discussion

Purpose

The purpose of the graded collaborative discussions is to engage faculty and students in an interactive dialogue to assist the student in organizing, integrating, applying, and critically appraising knowledge regarding advanced nursing practice. Scholarly information obtained from credible sources as well as professional communication are required. Application of information to professional experiences promotes the analysis and use of principles, knowledge, and information learned and related to real-life professional situations. Meaningful dialogue among faculty and students fosters the development of a learning community as ideas, perspectives, and knowledge are shared.

Activity Learning Outcomes

Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Explain the pathophysiology of heart failure by analyzing a patient’s symptoms. (CO1)

2. Differentiate between systolic and diastolic heart failure. (CO1)

3. Explain the significance of physical exam and diagnostic findings in the diagnosis of heart failure. (CO4)