Peds 4 Cardiac Study Guide Graded A+

Truncus Arteriosus Asssessment {Ans: •Cyanosis, tachypnea, diaphoresis, pulmonary congestion/CHF, wheezing, grunting, retractions, difficulty feeding, loud murmur}Tricuspid Atresia Assessment {Ans: •Cyanosis, SOB, murmur, delayed growth, clubbing •Associated w/ pulmonary stenosis}ASD Assessment {Ans: •Murmur, atrial dysrhythmias, higher incidence of emboli, SOB, tires easily, poor feeding and growth, enlargement of RA and RV}Tricuspid Atresia Interventions {Ans: •PGE to keep PDA open •Balloon septostomy and a series of cardiac surgeries •Possible heart transplant •Lifelong cardiology care •Monitor for signs of fluid retention, SOB, cyanosis, slow growth, fast HR}Acquired Congenital Heart Disease {Ans: •Rheumatic Heart Disease •Kawasaki Disease •Congestive Heart Failure •Shock}Aortic Stenosis Assessment {Ans: •Fatigue, chest pain, syncope, murmur, SOB, narrow pulse pressure, exercise intolerance}