What are the criteria for heart failure?

In the Framingham classification, the diagnosis of heart failure is based on the concurrent presence of either two major criteria or one major and two minor criteria. Major criteria comprise the following: Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea. Weight loss of 4.5 kg or more in 5 days in response to treatment.

What are the stages of HF?

STAGES OF HEART FAILURE. The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) have identified the Stages of Heart Failure. The stages are more recent and they complement the NHYA classification (See-Classifications of Heart Failure). The four stages are set up as follows: Stage A, Stage B, Stage C, and Stage D.

What is the difference between acute and chronic heart failure?

The term “acute” is used to mean rapid onset, and “chronic” refers to long duration. Chronic heart failure is a long-term condition, usually kept stable by the treatment of symptoms. Acute decompensated heart failure is a worsening of chronic heart failure symptoms which can result in acute respiratory distress.

How is a CHF exacerbation treated?

Hospitalized patients with exacerbations should receive regular doses of short-acting bronchodilators, continuous supplemental oxygen, antibiotics, and systemic corticosteroids. Noninvasive positive pressure ventilation or invasive mechanical ventilation is indicated in patients with worsening acidosis or hypoxemia.

What are ACC guidelines?

The ACC/AHA practice guidelines are intended to assist clinicians in clinical decision making by describing a range of generally acceptable approaches to the diagnosis, management, and prevention of specific diseases or conditions.

Is Grade 1 diastolic dysfunction CHF?

Grade 1 diastolic dysfunction is not the same as LVH, but can be caused by it. If your report does not indicate LVH then it’s not an issue. Diastolic dysfunction means the heart can not fully fill during it’s diastolic part of your heart beat which means the muscle does not relax enough to allow proper filling.