Cardiology — Flashcards

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with Marfan syndrome that presents with sudden-onset tearing chest pain? _____

What is the most common cause of death in Marfan syndrome patients? _____

Frequently ↑ serum uric acid values are seen in SIADH _____

Hint: T/F

Deep venous thrombosis is treated with _____ to prevent thrombus propagation, _____ to bust the clot, and a(n) _____ for treatment-refractory patients

What is the most common cause of mitral regurgitation in developed countries? _____

Goiter = _____

Hint: hypothyroidism/hyperthyroidism

Whatis the most common cause of generalized lymphadenopathy in patients > 65 years? _____

Myocardial contusion should be monitored with _____ to screen for arrhythmias and cardiac function

Hint: two tools

What is the recommended treatment for patients with SIADH who have severe hyponatremia (e.g. seizures, coma)? _____

What kind of pneumococcal vaccine is given to HIV patients? _____