Physiologic sequelae of prematurity: the nurse practitioner's role. Part III. Congestive heart failure.
The premature infant with resultant respiratory disease may also have signs and symptoms of impending congestive heart failure that have a variety of causes. The nurse practitioner can be instrumental in the early identification and treatment of congestive heart failure. This article, the third in a series, provides a discussion of the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, data collection, treatment modalities, and parental education that can assist parents when coping and dealing with congestive heart failure in their premature infant.
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D006333:Heart Failure / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000451:nursing*; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D010290:Parents / Q000193:education; D010347:Patient Care Planning