Viral myocarditis is a disease caused by viral infection of the heart muscle with inflammation as the main lesion. Patients may have no obvious symptoms in mild cases, but serious outcomes such as arrhythmias, heart failure and even death can complicate the disease and need to be taken seriously. The disease is prone to recurrence, so in addition to intensive hospitalization, the long recovery period after discharge from the hospital should not be taken seriously. Therefore, how to improve self-care and health care after suffering from the disease is a very important issue.
The seven points of health guidance] 1, the correct understanding of the disease Some patients or family members do not understand the basic knowledge and prognosis of viral myocarditis, often showing anxiety, fear, tension and other adverse psychological state, extremely detrimental to treatment and care. Therefore, patients should face the disease, keep a happy mood, quietly adhere to a longer period of rest, and cooperate with treatment and care in the best mental state.
2. Reduce cardiac load Emphasize bed rest and ensure sufficient sleep to reduce myocardial oxygen consumption and promote recovery of myocardial function, and rest at least until 3-4 weeks after the fever subsides during the acute phase. Those with cardiac insufficiency and heart enlargement should be absolutely bed rest, and the total rest time is generally 3 to 6 months. Until the size of the heart returns to normal and cardiac function is restored, gradually increase the amount of activity according to the specific situation.
3. Mobilize family members to participate The confidence and support of family members are indispensable to the healing of the disease. Patients should inform their families of their needs and ask for their support and supervision of their own rehabilitation training, so that their families can participate in their own care plans.
(1) Do not hold your breath when defecating, use a laxative such as cork plug or oral phenolphthalein tablets (patients who have not relieved their stools for 2 days can use cork plug); (2) Learn how to properly cough and cough up sputum, assist in aspiration if necessary, and keep the aspiratory tract open; (3) Monitor temperature changes, pay attention to warmth, and prevent infection; (4) Eat a diet high in protein, high in vitamins, and easy to digest. (4) Diet should be high protein, high vitamin, easy to digest diet, especially supplemented with vitamin C-rich foods such as fresh vegetables and fruits to promote myocardial metabolism and repair. Stop smoking and drinking, avoid overfilling and stimulating food.
5. Closely observe the condition Pay attention to cold and warmth and prevent viral colds. Learn or teach family members to measure pulse rate and rhythm, pay attention to changes in blood pressure, body temperature, inspiration and mental status, and seek medical attention promptly if abnormalities or chest tightness or palpitations are detected. Those with severe arrhythmias should have continuous cardiac monitoring. If multiple premature beats, tachycardia, bradycardia, complete atrioventricular block or flutter or fibrillation are detected, immediate medical consultation and emergency measures should be taken.
6.Prevent secondary infections Prevent viral infections of the whistle and gastrointestinal tract, go to public places less often during the epidemic period, and seek medical treatment as soon as the disease develops.
7, moderate physical exercise When recuperating for a period of time, activity endurance increased, it is not appropriate to rush to excessive exercise; such as reluctance or fear of activity, should actively request psychological guidance, or ask family members to urge themselves to complete the amount of activity within the endurance range. Or take group activities to stimulate your interest in activities in a suitable environment and atmosphere.