Cardiology — Flashcards

Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease present with claudication, acute _____, and numbness distally to occlusion

West Nile virus is associated with confusion resulting from _____

Autosomal dominant PKD may present in young adults with _____ pain and urinary infection

Aortic _____ may arise as a consequence of chronic rheumatic valve disease

What is the likely cause of this high-pitched, 'blowing' murmur: _____

Prophylaxis for osteoporosis includes regular _____ exercise and adequate Ca2+ / vitamin D intake throughout adulthood

_____ is a serious complication that occurs when hyperthyroidism is untreattened and worsened in the setting of acute stress (e.g. infection, trauma, surgery)

Acute respiratory distress syndrome is a cause of _____ lung disease

Severe diabetic acidosis can cause _____ failure

Hospice care is available for patients whose life expectancy is < _____ (time)