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. _____

Greatest risk factor for stroke = _____

Hint: risk factor

What are the current recommendations regarding PSA screening in asymptomatic patients? _____

Pt w/ RBC casts on U/A: _____

Hint: Diagnosis?

What is the diagnostic test for COPD? _____

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

_____ involves severe anterograde amnesia lasting about 24 hours

Hint: Condition

Stable angina = _____

Hint: ECG finding

Pruritus is not associated with chronic venous insufficiency _____

Hint: T/F

Treatment for facial nerve palsy may include _____ if due to a traumatic etiology (edema)