Cardiology — Flashcards

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient that develops post-operative high fever, tachycardia, hypertension, and lid lag with no muscle rigidity? Serum creatine kinase is slightly elevated. _____

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

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

What is the diagnostic test for COPD? _____

Greatest risk factor for stroke = _____

Hint: risk factor

Why are hormone-containing methods of contraception avoided in patients with breast cancer? _____

What is first-line treatment for Lyme carditis? _____

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? _____

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

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