A concise, illustrated, and accessible guide to the cardiovascular system Each of the twelve volumes in Peate's Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. The Cardiovascular System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in cardiovascular care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent careFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessibleEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare deliveryContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with heart failure, hypertension, and other cardiovascular diseases and conditions

Ian Peate is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice.

Preface

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1 Anatomy and Physiology

Blood   

Composition of Blood

Properties of Blood                       

Formation of Blood Cells

Blood Groups

Blood Vessels

Structure and Function of Arteries and Veins

Arteries

Veins

Capillaries

Heart

Walls of the Heart

Chambers of the Heart

Valves of the Heart

Blood Vessels of the Heart

Blood flow through the Heart

Pulmonary Circulation

Systemic Circulation

Coronary Circulation

Coronary Arteries

Coronary Veins

The Conducting System

Bundle of His

Left and Right Bundle Branches

Purkinje Fibres

The Cardiac Cycle

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs  

Chapter 2 Cardiovascular Assessment

 The Importance of Cardiovascular Assessment

 Assessing Needs

 Chief Complaint and History of Present Condition      

 Family History

 Lifestyle

 Past Medical History

 Physical Examination

 Palpation

The Blood Pressure

 Chest Examination

 Cardiac Auscultation

 Electrocardiogram

 Assessing Chest Pain

 Conclusion

 References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

Chapter 3 Myocardial Infarction

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Myocardial Infarction

Epidemiology

People with Learning Disabilities

Social Depravation

Ethnicity

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations

Diagnosis

Management

Reperfusion

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

Chapter 4 Heart Failure

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Heart Failure

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

End of Life Care

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

Chapter 5 Cardiogenic Shock

 Cardiac Arrest

 Risk Factors Associated with Cardiac Arrest

 Guidelines for Adult Basic Life Support

 Shock

 Shock : Signs and Symptoms

 Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Cardiogenic Shock

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Potential Investigations

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

 MCQs

Chapter 6 Angina

Stable Angina

Silent Angina

Prinzmetal's Angina

Microvascular Angina

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Angina

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

Other Interventions

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

Chapter 7 Hypertension

Primary and Secondary Hypertension

Blood Pressure

The  Cardiac Cycle

Pathophysiological changes associated with hypertension

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Non-modifiable Risk Factors

Modifiable Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Aneurysm

Stroke

Chronic Kidney Disease

Eye Damage

Myocardial Infarction

Heart Failure

Peripheral Artery Disease

Vascular Dementia

Blood Pressure Measurement

White Coat Syndrome

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

Chapter 8 Peripheral Arterial Disease

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Peripheral Vascular Disease 

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

Pharmacological Interventions

Surgical and Radiological Interventions

Amputation

Prognosis

Health Teaching

Conclusion

References

Glossary of Terms

MCQs

MCQ Answers

Index