Petra Gordon

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Petra Gordon is a top nurse in , Wisconsin. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Petra Gordon is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better.

As a leader and expert in their field, Petra Gordon is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life and embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In , Wisconsin, Petra Gordon is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.

Education and Training

Jefferson County Vocational Tech. 1982

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English UW Health

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How long is an echocardiogram?

The length of time for this procedure varies on the exact type of test the provider has ordered. A simple echocardiogram will take 30-60 minutes. An exercise echocardiogram can take about an hour. A transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) can take 60-90 minutes. For the last two options, there is about a 15-20 minute recovery time. And you may be required to have someone drive you to and from the appointment. The nursing staff will go over instructions post exam with you.
Can medications fix vertigo?

Since vertigo can be caused by a number of issues, it's important to seek medical care to find the cause of it. What is helpful in finding treatment is starting by keeping a log of when you experience the vertigo, what you were doing at the time as well as your exercise and nutrition habits. Start by making an appointment with your primary doctor so they can assist you in narrowing down what may be causing it, then based on the information provided they will know what specialty to send you to for proper treatment. Most importantly during this waiting process keep hydrated with water and low or no sugar electrolyte drinks, keep up with your nutrition (protein and carbs), rest when you need to and don't overexert during exercise.