Cardiology — Flashcards

What valvular defect is heard as a holosystolic murmur at the cardiac apex with radiation to the axilla? _____

What is the management for patients with carbon monoxide poisoning? _____

- If you have hyperkalemia associated with ECG changes, first step is to stabilize _____ by administering IV calcium gluconate - Then administer insulin + glucose in order to quickly shift K+ into cells

Is cigarette smoking a risk factor for cellulitis? _____

_____thyroidism can cause hypertension

Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome is treated with IV _____ and IV _____

Treatment of GAS with penicillin will prevent _____ but not _____

What enzyme is often elevated in patients with Pneumocystis pneumonia? _____

Is smoking cessation associated with a mortality benefit in patients with COPD? _____

Patients with COPD who have resting PaO2 < _____ mmHg or SaO2 < _____% are candidates for long-term home O2 treatment