Cardiology — Flashcards

_____ may be used to manage individuals with severe hypothermia (core body temperature < 28°C [82°F])

What is an appropriate prophylactic regimen to help prevent tumor lysis syndrome? _____

In spinal stenosis, leaning forward _____ pain

Hint: improves/worsens

Nonblanching petechiae and palpable purpura = _____

Hint: bacteria

What procedure is both diagnostic and therapeutic for septic arthritis? _____

3+ lifetime doses, clean wound, 10+ years since booster 3+ lifetime doses, dirty wound, 5+ years since booster _____

Hint: next step

Dyslipidemia is diagnosed if LDL _____ and/or if HDL levels < 40 mg/dL

Patient presents with unilateral Cafe-au-lait spots, polyostotic fibrous dysplasia, precocious puberty, and multiple endocrine abnormalities. Diagnosis? _____

Dilated bronchi and recurrent infections is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

Dietary modifications for the treatment of Ménière disease include decreased intake of _____, alcohol and salt