Nursing care of patient with pacemaker ppt
. 1992 Jan-Mar;31(139):43-54. Show
[Article in Modern Greek (1453-)]
[Nursing care of the patient with an artificial pacemaker][Article in Modern Greek (1453-)] D B Akyrou. Noseleutike. 1992 Jan-Mar. AbstractThe construction of high technology electronic artificial cardiac pacemaker and its application by the medical science has changed the way and the prognosis of the diseases of the cardiac conducting system. Nursing presence is essential in care of the patient with a cardiac pacemaker. In the operating theatre the nurse creates the most ideal environment and assists at the application of the artificial pacemaker; in the ward she observes with watchful glance for prevention of complications providing individual and holistic nursing care, and helps the patient and his family with rehabilitation and adaptation to his new way of life. In addition, the nurse teaches the patient how to observe the function of his pacemaker, and emphasizes the importance of keeping the doctor's orders and regularly visiting the outpatients cardiac pacemakers control department to check his pacemaker. Similar articles
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How do you take care of a patient with a pacemaker?Some general guidelines are:. Avoid strenuous activity, especially lifting and other activities that use your upper body. ... . Avoid rough contact that could result in a blow to your implant site.. Limit certain arm movements if your doctor tells you to.. Avoid lifting heavy objects until your doctor tells you it is OK.. What nursing care should be given to a patient with a permanent pacemaker?Apply ice pack to minimize pain and swelling for first 6 hours. Maintain bedrest for 12 hours. Restrict movement of the affected arm for 12-24 hours. After 24 hours, assist with gentle ROM exercises 3 times daily, to restore normal movement and prevent stiffness.
How do pacemakers work nursing?Tiny wires (called leads) that connect your heart to the pacemaker tell the pacemaker if your heart rate is too slow or too fast or if your heart's rhythm is irregular. The pacemaker then sends signals back to your heart to correct the rate or rhythm, which will make you feel better.
What are the 3 components of a pacemaker?What is a pacemaker? A pacemaker is composed of three parts: a pulse generator, one or more leads, and an electrode on each lead. A pacemaker signals the heart to beat when the heartbeat is too slow or irregular.
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