WU Nursing Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiologic Processes Case Paper
Description
Case study
Scenario:
76-year-old female patient complains of weight gain, shortness of breath, peripheral edema, and abdominal swelling. She has a history of congestive heart failure and admits to not taking her diuretic, as it makes her !ve to get up every couple hours to go to the bathroom. he now must sleep on two pillows in order to get enough air.
In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following:
The cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary pathophysiologic processes that result in the patient presenting these symptoms.
Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
How these processes interact to affect the patient.
A paragraph and at least 3 primary references needed to support your points (peer reviewed current articles, classroom textbook)
Examine a case study and analyze the symptoms presented. You identify the elements that may be factors in the diagnosis, and you explain the implications to patient health.
You will be assigned to a specific case study scenario for this Case Study Assignment.
The Assignment
In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following
The cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary pathophysiologic processes that result in the patient presenting these symptoms.
Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
How these processes interact to affect the patient.

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