Cardiology — Flashcards

↑ ESR/CK and bilateral proximal muscle weakness is suggestive of _____ ↑ ESR/CRP and stiffness/pain in the shoulders, hip, and neck is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

What is the likely diagnosis in an elderly patient with syncope, dyspnea, and a slow-rising/delayed pulse? _____

Cold intolerance, lethargy and depression is most likely _____

Hint: condition

What are CK levels in steroid-induced myopathy and polymyalgia rheumatica? _____

What is the clinical presentation of Coccidioides infection in an immunocompetent individual?\n_____

How do the following laboratory values change in secondary hyperparathyroidism (e.g. CKD)? PTH: Increased Ca2+: _____ Phosphorus: _____

High-risk thromboembolism (DVT/PE) is managed with _____ Low-risk thromboembolism (DVT/PE) is managed with _____

Hint: next step

Which type of syncope is often preceded by nausea, bradycardia, and/or a feeling of warmth throughout the body? _____

_____ is an immune-mediated disorder that leads to lower limb motor weakness, autonomic dysfunction, and sensory dysfunction

What age range of diabetic patients should be started on statin therapy? _____