2 - Cardiovascular Review Flashcards
What is CAD?
Coronary artery disease
What other past histories would suggest that a patient has CAD?
MI, Angina, CABG, Stent, Angioplasty
Does a PMHx of CVA mean the patient has CAD?
No
Does a surgical history of angioplasty mean the patient has CAD?
Yes
Explain the difference between CAD and an MI
CAD is a broad term for heart disease. MI is included in CAD. It’s an active heart attack.
If someone has PMHx of A-Fib or CHF, do they also have CAD?
No
What are the “cardiac risk factors?”
HTN, DM, HLD, CAD, smoking, FHx CAD < 55 y/o
How is CAD diagnosed?
By a cardiologist during a cardiac catheterization. Not done in the ED.
Name two ways that an MI can be diagnosed?
STEMI- EKG, Non-STEMI- Troponin
What are some associated symptoms of an MI other than CP?
N/V, SOB, diaphoresis
What are some associated symptoms for CHF?
SOB (orthopnea, PND, DOE), pedal edema
What 2 studies would diagnose CHF?
CXR or elevated BNP
What is A-FIb?
Electrical abnormality of the heart causing the top of the heart to quiver
What might someone feel with A-Fib?
Palpitations, fast pounding, irregular heartbeat
How is A-Fib diagnosed?
EKG
