Cardiology — Flashcards

Hyperthyroidism, diffuse goiter, exophthalmos and pretibial myxedema is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

The most common organism in _____ infective endocarditis (especially in IV drug users) is Staphylococcus aureus.

What are the "Three D's" of prerenal azotemia? _____

What type of Strep. pyogenes infection precipitates rheumatic fever? _____

Initial management of knee osteoarthritis may include exercises to strengthen the _____ muscle

What is the treatment for constrictive pericarditis? _____

Central retinal artery occlusion is most commonly caused by an embolized atherosclerotic plaque from the ipsilateral _____ artery

If BP measurements differ from arm-to-arm, an average measurement of the limb with _____ readings should be used

Hint: lower/higher

Bell's palsy is managed with _____

Hint: treatment

Opioid overdose and RR < 8 is initially managed with airway support (e.g., BVM) and _____

Hint: next step