In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor breaks down pericarditis from the ground up—starting with the anatomy of the pericardium and walking through how inflammation can escalate into the life-threatening complication of cardiac tamponade.
You’ll follow a real bedside scenario, learn how to recognize classic pericarditis findings versus true red flags, and connect the pathophysiology directly to what you’ll see on exams and in clinical practice.
This episode is ideal for nursing students, new grads, and bedside nurses who want a clear, test-ready understanding of pericarditis, how to distinguish expected findings from dangerous deterioration, and how to quickly recognize cardiac tamponade when seconds matter.
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