HEMODYNAMICS
Hemodynamics and its meaning
Hemodynamics refers to blood flow.
The heart is a pump, which pumps blood around the body.
If there is damage, like a myocardial infarction, the heart's
function will be impaired.
Signs and symptoms include: chest pain,
shortness of breath and EKG changes.
If there is damage, like a myocardial infarction, the heart's
function will be impaired.
Signs and symptoms include: chest pain,
shortness of breath and EKG changes.
A cardiopulmonary arrest can happen anywhere.
In an ICU setting, trained staff members (ACLS)
are usually on hand when a "Code Blue" is called.
Learn more about this topic by clicking on the link:
The New Nurse- Hemodynamic Monitoring.
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