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Aortic stenosis is the narrowing of the aortic valve secondary to calcification and fibrosis. It is the most common valve disorder and the second most frequent reason for cardiac surgery. As the elderly population increases, the number of patients presenting with aortic stenosis will increase. RNs and APRNs need to be aware of the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of aortic stenosis because the disease can progress quickly and be fatal if mismanaged. Patients with aortic stenosis have an increased risk of morbidity and mortality during the peri-operative period during non-cardiac surgery. Therefore, CRNAs must remain vigilant when caring for this …

This is a discussion regarding new recommendations for use of GLP 1 RA and SGLT2i agents for patients with diabetes mellitus type 2. Information includes benefits for cardiac and renal outcomes with these agents.

This poster displays the process used to improve the microsystem in a case management department to reduce 30 - day readmissions in a 205 bed hospital in Northern California