Medications
Medication class most commonly used for hypervolemia
Diuretics
This annoying symptom is caused by fluid build up in the lungs
Cough
Patients should do this daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle
Exercise
Term used to describe swelling
Edema
Can be used to measure the ejection fraction (type of ultrasound)
ECHO
Used to lower blood pressure to allow the heart to pump easier
ACE/ARB
This symptom can make people not want to exercise or move a lot
People should quit doing this to improve their general health
Smoking
Crackles
This can be used to see edema in the lungs
CXR
Slows down heart rate
Beta Blockers
Term used to describe SOB with exertion
Dyspnea
Hypervolemia causes this (hint, should be measured daily)
Weight gain
Bluish color of the skin
Cyanosis
This test shows electrical conduction of the heart
EKG
Can be used in diabetes and heart failure to reduce risk of hospitalization
SGLT2 inhibitors (Jardiance)
Term used to describe SOB when laying flat
Orthopnea
Decreasing this in a patient's diet can be helpful to reduce volume overload
Sodium
JVD stands for this, often seen in the neck
Jugular venous distension
Test used to monitor heart function during exercise
Stress test
This medication class reduces mortality associated with CHF
Beta Blockers
Term used to describe frequent urination at night
Nocturia
It is important to measure this for accurate dosing of diuretics
Urine output
Term used to describe a possible heart rhythm in patients with CHF
Gallop (presence of S3)
Lab value used to show how hard the heart is working to pump blood, increased in heart failure
BNP