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Alejandra Rhodes

Alejandra Rhodes, RN, CMSRN, cares for patients recovering in a post-cardiac surgery step-down unit. She assists individuals in the initial days following valve operations and bypass procedures, with an emphasis on incision care and mobility. Rhodes previously worked in medical-surgical nursing before moving into cardiovascular care. She earned her BSN from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

Aortic Dissection vs. Rupture: Key Differences
What Is Microvascular Disease? Causes, Types & Diagnosis
Capillary Damage: Causes, Signs, and How to Manage It
What Is Artery Stenosis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
How long can you live with an aortic dissection without surgery?
Can You Fly After Heart Surgery? When It’s Safe
How Dangerous Is a 4 cm Aortic Aneurysm?
How to Prevent Phlebitis: Tips for Healthy Veins
What Is Severe Aortic Stenosis? Symptoms and Risks
How Long Does Fluid Retention Last After Heart Surgery?
Is Fluid in Lungs Common After Bypass Surgery?
What Is a Trileaflet Aortic Valve and How Does It Work?
What Happens When a Pig Valve Fails?
What Is Truncus Arteriosus? Symptoms and Surgical Repair
What Is an Aortic Aneurysm? Symptoms and Treatment
Brachiocephalic Trunk: Anatomy, Function, and Conditions
What Is Venous Stenosis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
How to Stop Leaking Blood Vessels: Causes & Treatments
Is Aortic Insufficiency the Same as Aortic Regurgitation?
How to Reduce Calcification of Heart Valves
Is a Collapsed Lung Common After Open Heart Surgery?
What Causes Shortness of Breath After Valve Replacement?
What Causes an Aorta Blockage?
How Long Can You Live With Severe Aortic Stenosis?
Why Do Veins Collapse? Key Reasons and How to Minimize Risk
Can You Drink Alcohol After Aortic Valve Replacement?
Aortic Valve Calcification: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What Are the Symptoms of a Faulty Heart Valve?
How to Relieve Varicose Vein Pain: Tips That Work
What Is Aortic Regurgitation? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment