Cardiology — Flashcards

The Dix-Hallpike manuever is used to diagnose _____

Which neuromuscular junction pathology, MG or LEMS, is characterized by proximal muscle weakness? _____

_____ is the most common cause of sudden cardiac death within 2 days of acute MI

Acute myocardial infarction may also present with a new-onset _____ bundle branch block

What is the treatment for massive, life-threatening pulmonary embolism? _____

_____ vertigo is a form of vertigo that presents with nystagmus that is constant

One complication associated with lung cancer (pancoast tumor) is _____ syndrome due to compression of the stellate or superior cervical ganglia

β-blockers are a standard therapy in myocardial infarction but should be avoided in patients with _____ or bradycardia

When syncope presents suddenly upon exertion, what is most likely cause? _____

_____ shock = generalized vasodilation due to spinal trauma and low CO