An Aneurysm of the LV Can Develop After a Severe

question 8

Multiple Choice

An aneurysm of the LV can develop after a severe myocardial infarction.The affected area of the myocardium is replaced by thin scar tissue that can rupture.The LV undergoes remodeling when the scar stretches because of the left ventricular pressure and forms an aneurysm.Left ventricular aneurysmectomy (LVA) is the excision of an aneurysmal portion of the LV.LVA is a form of left ventricular reconstruction undertaken to optimize cardiac function.Select the appropriate nursing action in preparation for LVA surgery.

• A) Place the patient in left lateral position.
• B) Prepare for the procedure in the same manner as typical lung transplant surgery.
• C) Have synthetic patch material and Teflon felt pledgets available.
• D) Add 1, 2-0, and 4-0 cardiovascular sutures to set up.

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