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Nitty Gritty Nursing
Congenital Heart Defect: Hemitruncus [aka Anomalous Origin of Right Pulmonary Artery] Explained
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In this episode, we unpack anomalous origin of the right pulmonary artery [AORPA] (hemitruncus) from pathophysiology to bedside care, focusing on early recognition of respiratory and perfusion changes, pre‑ and postoperative nursing priorities, and family-centered education to optimize outcomes for these high-risk infants and children.