What is happening peripherally?

When the heart stops pumping accurately look what is common...

Why is this happening? Take a look... Right sided heart failure commonly leads to peripheral pitting edema in the lower legs and arms.

-Treatment for those suffering from peripheral edema: Place extremity at or above the level of the heart to help improve circulation

-Patients may need to go on medications such as Lasix or Spironaldactone. If these medications are used keep in mind that strict intake and outputs need to be measured. Ask the doctor if a foley catheter is needed. -Patients may also be placed on a sodium restricted diet To tie last week's Blog Post to this week's post please watch the following slide-show and click through the activity regarding Pulmonary and Systemic Edema