Title: Discuss common disorders of the circulatory system, including their signs and symptoms.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit XII: Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, HIV/AIDS, Cancer, and Care of the Resident When Death Is Imminent

Discussion should include disorders and symptoms such as

- hypertension – headache; blurred vision; dizziness
- coronary artery disease (CAD) – sweatiness; trouble breathing; pale complexion; cyanosis of lips and nail beds; dizziness
- peripheral vascular disease (PVD) – pain in legs; cyanosis in hands or feet; extremities that are cool to the touch; swelling of hands or feet; sores on arms, hands, legs, or feet
- congestive heart failure (CHF) – fatigue; edema in hands and feet; difficulty breathing; shortness of breath not relieved by rest; persistent cough; decreased tolerance for activity; increased or irregular pulse; chest pain; dizziness; change in level of consciousness; weight gain; increased urination; abdominal swelling.