Cardiology — Flashcards

Guillain-Barré syndrome may cause autonomic dysfunction, which can cause _____ and other arrhythmias

Pt has pre-existing renal damage but needs contrast for a study, what are the next best steps? (3) _____

Criteria for _____ readiness includes: - pH > 7.25 - Adequate oxygenation on minimal support (FiO2 < 40 and PEEP < 5) - Intact inspiratory effort and mental alertness to protect airway

Myotonic dystrophy = _____

Hint: inheritance pattern

Pulmonary HTN is defined as a mean pulmonary arterial pressure greater than _____ mm Hg at rest

What is the recommended treatment for a patient with symptomatic SVC syndrome secondary to lung malignancy? _____

↓ PTH and ↑ [Ca]: _____

Hint: cause

Chronic kidney disease = goal BP < _____/_____

Who should receive Pertussis post-exposure prophylaxis? _____

Reversible bronchoconstriction and inflammation of airways is characteristic of _____

Hint: condition