11: Heart Failure Flashcards

1
Q

symptoms of congestion

A

dyspnea on exertion, PND, orthopnea, nocturnal cough, weight fluctuations, edema

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

symptoms of hypoperfusion of the lungs

A

exercise intolerance, fatigue, decreased mental status, cold intolerance

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

what extra heart sound can occur with congestion?

A

S3 gallop

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

what does it mean if BNP is within normal limits?

A

rules out HF

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

why do a TEE on a pt with new HF?

A

rule out intracardiac thrombus and infection

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

why do a stress echo on a pt with new HF?

A

rule out ischemia

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

which two conditions are responsible for 50% of cor pulmonale cases?

A

COPD, chronic bronchitis

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

stage A and stage B prevention of HF

A

Stage A: prevent development of CV disease, counsel on appropriate diet and exercise
Stage B: prevent development of further cardiac remodeling and symptoms of HF through specific therapies

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly