Cardiology — Flashcards

MCC of subacute endocarditis in damaged native valves? _____

A pt presents c/o of a skin lesion on his face. Physical exam reveals an erythematous pigmented lesion with a sandpaper-like yellow-brown scaly appearance. The pt states that he spends a lot of time in the sun working in construction. You suspect actinic keratosis. What is the first-line treatment? _____

Clubbing of the fingers and toes with swelling and pain is managed with _____ with _____

Hint: diagnosis

What is first-line treatment for Lyme carditis? _____

What is the recommended treatment for carboxyhemoglobinemia (CO poisoning) in patients with signs of confusion/agitation? _____

Airway swelling after starting ACE-Inhibitor is suggestive of _____

Hint: diagnosis

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

3 lifetime tetanus doses and: - clean wound with last booster within 10 years, or - dirty wound with last booster within 5 years _____

Hint: next step

What is the recommended treatment for a patient with a painless genital ulcer and bilateral inguinal lymphadenopathy? Serum RPR is negative. _____

What is the preferred diagnostic study for patients with renal insufficiency or hemodynamic instability with suspected aortic dissection? _____