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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.

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What Is Coronary Revascularization?Procedures
Is Congestive Heart Failure Reversible?Heart & Lungs
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What Is IHSS in Medical Terms?Healthcare
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