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EXAM:
General appearance:
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ASSESSMENT:
DDx:
PLAN:
- Blood work: , , , , ,
- Chest X-ray
- ECG
- Echocardiogram
- Low sodium diet
- Fluid restriction
- Regular exercise
- Smoking cessation
- Alcohol moderation
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- Home blood pressure monitoring
- Referral to cardiologist
- Referral to CHF clinic
- Refferal to cardiac rehabilitation program
- Follow-up in
- Return if symptoms worsen or if new symptoms develop such as chest pain or shortness of breath
- Go to ER if severe chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or fainting occurs