Acute Medical Presentations — Flashcards

What is the most common cause of pericarditis? _____

A patient with pericarditis and ↑ troponin may indicate _____

What is the management of cardiac tamponade secondary to pericarditis?\n_____

Hint: 3

Pericarditis chest pain is often relieved by _____

What are the indications for rhythm control for atrial fibrillation? _____

Hint: 4

_____ is inflammation of the pericardial sac with a duration of < 6 weeks

Pericarditis often presents with _____ pain that is made worse on inspiration

If atrial fibrillation is present for ≥ 48 hours then _____ should be used for at least 3 weeks prior to cardioversion

A patient presents complaining of intermittent chest pain. He states that the pain worsens when he takes a deep breath and that it is relieved when he leans forward. Physical exam reveals a multiphasic friction rub on heart auscultation. What is the most likely diagnosis? _____

A _____ on auscultation is diagnostic of pericarditis