Cardiology — Flashcards

_____ is a large-vessel vasculitis that involves the aortic arch and classically affects young Asian females, often presenting with weak pulses in upper extremities.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, especially when severe, is associated with weight _____

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

PT/PTT values in DIC vs. TTP/HUS? _____

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

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

Cold intolerance, lethargy and depression is most likely _____

Hint: condition

_____ 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? _____

What underlying cause of DVT must be ruled out in an older patient with their first episode of DVT and no history of immobilization, surgery, or provocative medications? _____