This video is part 1 of a multi-part series on heart failure, designed for nursing students or as a refresher to nurses. The video is designed to be basic. The creator has made every effort to ensure that the material described in the video is accurate but cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, especially due to ever-evolving research and an increased evidence base. To use this video for a class, teaching or other purpose, please email me at jblakeman@mail.millikin.edu (because I like to know how the video is being used and enjoy knowing when it is helping others learn). While the video may be used for educational purposes, it may not be used for financial gain. Thanks for watching!