Cardiology — Flashcards

Immediately before cardioversion for AF, the patient should be _____

What is the second-line anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation? _____

What investigation can be done to differentiate between myocarditis & pericarditis? _____

Rate control for atrial fibrillation: 1st line = _____ 2nd line = rate limiting CCB (verapamil or diltiazem) 3rd line = digoxin if the patient does little/no exercise

What is the management of myocarditis? _____

Hint: 2 step

Bloods for myocarditis may show ↑ CRP, _____ cardiac enzymes (troponin), & ↑ BNP

Hint: ↓/↑

What types of atrial fibrillation are given anticoagulation? _____

An ORBIT score of ≥ _____ means high risk of bleeding for AF patients on anticoagulation

_____ is an inflammation of the myocardial layer of the heart

What is the management for atrial fibrillation if rate control or rhythm control is not an option? _____