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Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
NU551-3: Analyze the pathophysiological factors that influence acute, episodic, and chronic diseases in populations across the lifespan with a systematic and defendable approach to nursing practice decisions.
Assignment Instructions  
Read the following case study then construct a 4-5 page essay in Word based on the questions below. This assignment helps to provide a foundation toward applying pathophysiological knowledge in advanced practice.
Carlyn is a 55-year-old woman who vapes at least three e-cigarettes per day, and weighs 285 pounds. At Carlyn's annual physical, she was told her LDL was 190 mg/dL, her HDL was 30 mg/dL, and her cholesterol was 247 mg/dL. Carlyn has also been told that she should reduce her sugar intake because she is prediabetic. Her PCP is concerned about her blood pressure, so she has been told to monitor at home and return to the clinic with a 2-week log. Carolyn reports she has occasional palpitations. Her systolic blood pressure at home has been in the 160s, and the diastolic has been in the upper 80s. No AI shortcuts — Get authentic assignment help from qualified, real tutors.
Carlyn's friend wants Carlyn to join her in a local women's fitness class three times per week. The friend knows Carlyn's mom died of an acute myocardial infarction when she was 58, and she fears that Carlyn's lifestyle will lead to a similar fate. Carlyn is not interested in exercising, stating that she has always been "chunky."
In your essay you will:
Analyze the pathophysiological factors in cardiovascular disease that influences this condition:
1) pathophysiology of myocardium conduction
2) structures that support coronary circulation
3) lifestyle choice impact on the vascular system in a physiological way
4) hyperlipidemia impact on the cardiovascular system physiologically
5) hyperglycemia's impact on the cardiovascular system physiologically
Analyze how the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease may influence each:
Acute conditions
Episodic conditions
Chronic diseases
Next address cardiovascular disease alterations across a lifespan of a child, adult and older adult.
Explain how advanced practice nurses can present a defensible approach for nursing practice decisions related to cardiovascular pathophysiology.