16/03 Flashcards
1
Q
What anti emetic should be used for intra cranial disease?
A
Cyclizine
2
Q
What is the most common cause of death in a patient following MI?
A
Ventricular fibrillation
3
Q
What are the side effects of ACEi?
A
Cough
Hyperkalaemia
Angioedema
First dose hypotension
4
Q
What is the ABG finding in patients with a PE?
A
Respiratory alkalosis
Due to hyperventilation leading to a decrease in CO2
5
Q
What is the treatment of intracranial oedema due to brain tumours?
A
Dexamethasone
6
Q
Where is the most common sites of bone mets?
A
Spine Pelvis Ribs Skulls Long bones
7
Q
What drugs can cause pulmonary fibrosis?
A
Bleomycin
Amiodarone
Methotrexate
8
Q
What should be done in a patient with a STEMI who has had fibrinolysis as PCI >120mins away?
A
Repeat ECG 60-90mins later
If ST elevation still present then urgent transfer for PCI
