Cardiovascular Essentials for Nurses-Video: Cardiovascular Diagnostics Part 2

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Video Summary

In this video, Jamie Warren, the VP of Care Transformations at Medaxium, discusses cardiovascular diagnostics. The video starts with Jamie introducing herself and outlining the learning objectives for the module. She explains that they will cover common cardiovascular diagnostic modalities, clinical applications, and the role of nursing in this space. Jamie also mentions additional resources for further reading. She then proceeds to define diagnostic imaging, which involves using non-invasive imaging techniques to evaluate a patient's body and assist in diagnosis and treatment evaluation. She discusses the different locations and methods for diagnostic imaging, including inpatient and outpatient settings. Jamie explains that various professionals, such as technologists, sonographers, nurses, and diagnostic imaging assistants, can perform imaging procedures and need to have formal education and board certification. <br /><br />The next part of the video focuses on different cardiovascular diagnostic modalities. Jamie discusses EKGs, holter and event monitors, stress testing, ultrasounds, nuclear medicine, CTs, MRIs, and catheterization procedures. She explains the purpose and process of each modality, as well as any necessary patient preparations. Jamie emphasizes the importance of heart rate management, patient allergies, and potential sedation requirements during certain procedures. She also mentions the potential outcomes and recommendations based on the test results. The video concludes with Jamie encouraging viewers to reach out with any questions and providing the email address for further inquiries. No additional credits are granted in the video.

Keywords

cardiovascular diagnostics

diagnostic imaging

nursing role

cardiovascular diagnostic modalities

EKGs

ultrasounds