3⼀CARDIOLOGY Flashcards
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What are the 2 most common cardiac tumors?
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cp? (5)
[metastasis to heart] > [L atrial myxoma (most common 1º cardiac tumor)]
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[“tumor plop”] [diastolic murmur] , HF, afib, [arterial embolization/occlusion]
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
In step wise order, state when each part of [6HOT] is clinically indicated -6
[6*part*-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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{1a AB: [1-4 ≤40%]}
{1b D: [2-4 VO]}
{2 A: [2-4 ≤35%]}
{3 S: [2-4]}
{S i: Angiotensin🟥 intolerance}
{S d: REFRACTORY HF}
[(1aAB) - (1bD)]
[2A]
[3S]
{Si} and {Sd}
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
describe
[NYHA 1] (4)
[New York Heart Association (HF Class)1]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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{[⊝Resting | ⊝Ordinary Activity]
= [No Activity Limitationmild HF]}
💔 = HF sx (fatigue, SOB, palpitation)
🔎6HOT = [6part-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
{1a AB: [1-4 ≤40%]}
{1b D: [2-4 VO]}
{2 A: [2-4 ≤35%]}
{3 S: [2-4]}
{S i: Angiotensin🟥 intolerance}
{S d: REFRACTORY HF}
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
describe
[NYHA 2] (4)
[New York Heart Association (HF Class)2]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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{[⊝Resting | 💔Ordinary Activity]
= [SLIGHT Activity Limitationmild HF]}
💔 = HF sx (fatigue, SOB, palpitation)
🔎6HOT = [6part-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
{1a AB: [1-4 ≤40%]}
{1b D: [2-4 VO]}
{2 A: [2-4 ≤35%]}
{3 S: [2-4]}
{S i: Angiotensin🟥 intolerance}
{S d: REFRACTORY HF}
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
describe
[NYHA 3] (4)
[New York Heart Association (HF Class)3]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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{[⊝Resting | (💔less thanOrdinary Activity)]
= [MARKED Activity LimitationMOD HF]}
💔 = HF sx (fatigue, SOB, palpitation)
🔎6HOT = [6part-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
{1a AB: [1-4 ≤40%]}
{1b D: [2-4 VO]}
{2 A: [2-4 ≤35%]}
{3 S: [2-4]}
{S i: Angiotensin🟥 intolerance}
{S d: REFRACTORY HF}
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
describe
[NYHA 4] (4)
[New York Heart Association (HF Class)4]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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{[💔RESTING | 💔ANY ACTIVITY ]
= [BEDBOUND⼀COMPLETE Activity LimitationSEVERE HF]}
💔 = HF sx (fatigue, SOB, palpitation)
🔎6HOT = [6part-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
{1a AB: [1-4 ≤40%]}
{1b D: [2-4 VO]}
{2 A: [2-4 ≤35%]}
{3 S: [2-4]}
{S i: Angiotensin🟥 intolerance}
{S d: REFRACTORY HF}
{[NYHA⬜] with [EF⬜%]} indicates initiation of [6HOT]
In step wise order, name the parts of [6HOT] -6
[6*part*-HFrEF Optimized Therapy]
[1-4 ; ≤40%]
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[(1aAB) - (1bD)]
[2A]
[3S]
{Si} and {Sd}
What therapies are used to treat [ACS ⼀NSTEMI]? -10
Pts with ACS {Really Always Need OBAMA}!
- Reperfusioncoronary angiography within 24H
- [AAA blood thinners (ASA/ADP P2Y12 R Blocker/Anticoag (Heparin)]
- NTG = VasoDilates Veins and Coronary Arteries (C❌D in R VT MI)
- Oxygen = Minimizes ischemia
- Beta Blockers = DEC HR –> DEC Arrhythmia risk and DEC O2 demand (C❌D in acute HF)
- [ACEk2 inhibitors within 24 hrs] = DEC [L Ventricle Dilation/Remodeling]
- Morphine = pain
- AtorvaSTATIN - comes later
ASA and Beta blockers can –> asthma exacerbation
Of the 10 therapies for ACS, which is contraindicated in RIGHT Ventricular MI?
Nitrates
(venoDilates → DEC preload(not good for preload dependent RV MI) & worsens hypOtension)
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Pts with ACS { Really Always Need OBAMA }!
Of the 10 therapies for ACS, which [ACS therapy] is contraindicated when acute HF is superimposed?
BETA🟥
do NOT use β🟥 if [ACS c/b _acut_e HF]
Pts with ACS { Really Always Need OBAMA }!
What therapies are used to treat [ACS⼀STEMI] ?-10
Pts with ACS {Really Always Need OBAMA}!
- ReperfusionR4 criteria
- [AAA blood thinners (ASA/ADP P2Y12 R Blocker/Anticoag (Heparin)]
- NTG = VasoDilates Veins and Coronary Arteries (CTD in R VT MI)
- Oxygen = Minimizes ischemia
- Beta Blockers = DEC HR –> DEC Arrhythmia risk and DEC O2 demand (CTD in acute HF)
- [ACEk2 inhibitors within 24 hrs] = DEC [L Ventricle Dilation/Remodeling]
- Morphine = pain
- AtorvaSTATIN - comes later
ASA and Beta blockers can –> asthma exacerbation
What therapies are used to treat [ACS⼀unstable angina]?-10
Pts with ACS{Really Always Need OBAMA}!
- Reperfusioncoronary angiography within 24H
- [AAA blood thinners (ASA/ADP P2Y12 R Blocker/Anticoag (Heparin)]
- NTG = VasoDilates Veins and Coronary Arteries (CTD in R VT MI)
- Oxygen = Minimizes ischemia
- Beta Blockers = DEC HR –> DEC Arrhythmia risk and DEC O2 demand (CTD in acute HF)
- [ACEk2 inhibitors within 24 hrs] = DEC [L Ventricle Dilation/Remodeling]
- Morphine = pain
- AtorvaSTATIN - comes later
ASA and Beta blockers can –> asthma exacerbation
When is Angina classified as Unstable -4
Aua
FREN [chest pain Occurrence] is UNSTABLE!
- [Freq ( cpO ⇪ in Frequency)]
- [Rest (cpO at rest)]
- [Exertion (cpO w low exertion)]
- [New (cpO is new)]
Aua: [ACS ⼀Unstable angina]
DDx for T-wave inversion - 6
“T wave Inverts my MUNDO, smh”
[Myocardial❌HYPERTROPHY|contusion|inflammation]
[Unstable Angina⼀ACS]
[NSTEMI⼀ACS]
[Digoxin OD]
[Old💔(Old Pericarditis/[Old MI⼀especially if ⊕Q waves])]
What is Cardiac Syndrome X
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Lab findings?-3
[Exertional stable angina-like] cp usually in Women
- Normal coronary angiogram
- Normal EKG
- Abnormal Exercise Stress test
Based on the 3 characteristics of Angina [which are (⬜3)] , when is Angina:
TYPICAL?
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Atypical?
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NonAngina?
“Diagnose Angina cp using the [Angina PEN] “
[Pressure substernally >20m]
[Exertional]
[NTG or Rest relieves]
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[3/3 = TYPICAL] [2/3= Atypical | [0-1 = NonAngina]
Tx for Stable Angina -6
STABLE CAD management = stabLE
statin,
[tighten Lifestyle(BP/Glucose/🚭)],
aSA,
[(bBlocker**>ccb )+ (ACEK2 inhibitor)]
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[Lab-for-coronary angio revascularization in high risk pts(STD at min exertion/VT arrhythmia/poor exercise capacity) or false neg stress test pts],
[Exercise stress = dx unless ⊕baseline EKG❌ → Pharmacologic stress imaging]
RanOlazine
MOA
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Indication
inhibits late-phase Na+ influx –> ⬇︎myocardial Ca+ influx –> [⬇︎myocardial wall tension] → [ ⇪ Coronary a blood flow] = treats Stable Angina
Stable Angina 2/2 Atherosclerotic CAD
In patients c/f ACS, describe the minimal workup required if initial troponin/initial EKG are unremarkable ? (2)
[(troponin q6h) x 3] + [(EKG q30 min) x 3]
“1st TENA *2nd [“Really Always Needs OBAMA”]
What is the greatest risk factor for coronary stent thrombosis after cornary stent is placed?
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describe this risk factor (2)
[noncompliance with postsurgical DAPT]
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[low dose ASA]
+
[ADP P2Y platelet R blocker (Clopidogrel,Prasugrel,Ticagrelor)]
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DAPT = DualAntiPlatelet Threapy
pts with underlying connective tissue disease are at ⇪ risk for what sudden heart complication?
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Describe the clinical presentation -5
[Chordae Tendineae rupture]
→ [acute MR( sx = Pulm edema, hypOtension, hyperdynamic❤️ +/- holosystolic murmur)]
🔎MR = Mitral Regurgitation
Brugada Syndrome
MOD
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tx -2
[AUTO DOM Na+ Channelopathy] ➜ [SUDDEN SLEEP DEATH OR SYNCOPE]
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ICD vs Quinidine
[Brugada-Pokkuri-SUNDS]AKA
Describe the approach to Cardiac arrest -10
what is the purpose of the [Upright Tilt Table Test]?
differentiates unclear Syncope into
{[VANS] vs. [Dysautonomia] vs. [Postural Orthostatic⼀Tachycardia Syncope]}
On EKG, What constitutes as [PROLONG QT interval] in
peds
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Male
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FeMale
males > 450
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Peds > 460
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FEMALES > 470
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(ms)
[peds = 1-15 yo]
pathologic Q waves on EKG are a sign of what?
prior MI
Mycotic Aneurysm is defined as ⬜
It can develop from ⬜ and lead to ⬜ as a complication
[vessel wall aneurysm]
specifically 2/2
[vessel wall infection *(i.e. from IE septic embolization)*] ➜ vessel wall destruction ➜ vessel wall aneurysm
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{[vessel wall infection (i.e. from IE septic embolization)] ➜ vessel wall destruction ➜ vessel wall aneurysm*}
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[SubArachnoid Hemorrhage (from [vessel wall aneurysm] rupture) - LOOK FOR NECK STIFFNESS] ;
🔎IE = Infective Endocarditis
describe the algorithm used to determine if a [nonvalvular afib] patient needs [oral anticoagulation] for stroke px
💡oral anticoag = warfarin / dabigatrin / rivaroXaban / apiXaban
Which parts of the heart does the [R Coronary artery] perfuse? -3
➜ SA node
[➜ R marginal a ➜ RV]
➜ [PDA (in 70% popln)]
[L Main Coronary] branches into [LAD] and [LCX]
What does the [LCX] perfuse? (2)
➜ LATERAL LV
➜ [PDA (in 10% of popln)]
[L Main Coronary] branches into [LAD] and [LCX]
What does the [LAD] perfuse? (3)
➜ IVP:
I: ANT 2/3
V: ANT LV
P: ANT LAT
✏️ IVP=
Interventricular septum/
Vt Free Wall/
Papillary muscle
Name 3 major complications of acute inferior wall MI?
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management?- 3
AaS
- [RVMI](= Preload dependent = no Nitrate/no Diuretic/no Opioid):Tx = {IVF-nitrates}
- [AV Block]
- [Sinus Bradycardia]Tx = {Atropine IV}
severe = unresponsive/hypOtension/dizziness/HF/syncope
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💊[P⼀harm[(IVF-nitrates)+AtropineIV]]
💊💊–(if severe)–> [P⼀acetransQ|V]
💊💊💊→ [P⼀erfuse_PCI revascularization]
In [“SBIE-Risk”-Settings], pts[with High Risk Cardiac_conditions] have ⇪ risk of developing [SBIE] = these ptsHRC require [SBIE abx px] prior to engaging [SBIE-Risk-Settings]}
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What are these [High Risk Cardiac Conditions] -4
1.Previous SBIE
2.Prosthetic heart valve
3 [Transplanted heart with valve structure❌]
4.[CHD-Congenital Heart Disease (with cyanosis or after repair)]
🔎SBIE = [[Subacute Bacterial Infective Endocarditis]
Name the manifestations of [Infective Endocarditis ] -8
IE
(8)
“Bacteria FROM JANE”
Fever
[Retinal Roth Spots - Immunologic phenomena]
[Osler “Ouch” Nodes- Immunologic phenomena]
[Mumur that’s new]
[Janeway’s purplish nonpainful lesions of the palms&sole]
Anemia
[Nailbed Subungal Splinter Hemorrhages]
[Emboli from valvular (T>A>M) vegetations] ;
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“Enterococcus⼀[STAph A], [STAph E]⼀[strEP B] [strEP V] ⼀[and nonbacterialmaranti(C)with its misc (C)] ..” causes [mitral>tricuspid*]IE … FROM JANE”.
In [“SBIE-Risk”-Settings], Pts [with ⬜] have ⇪ risk of developing [SBIE] = these Pts require [⬜] prior to engaging [SBIE-Risk-Settings]}
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Name the 6 [SBIE-Risk-Settings] (6)
SBIE=Subacute Bacterial Infective Endocarditis
[High Risk Cardiac Conditions] ; [SBIE abx px]
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
A. [Surgery during (ACTIVE) GI infection]
B. [Surgery during (ACTIVE) GU infection]
c. [dental procedure<sup>*(involving gingiva or oral mucosa)*</sup>]
d. dental cleaning
e. [respiratory tract procedure<sup>*involving incision or biopsy of mucosa*</sup>]
f. surgical placement of prosthetic cardiac material
| < *<sub>pts</sub>HRC must receive [SAP] prior to any [SRS]* >
## Footnote
*🔎HRC = High Risk Cardiac*
*🔎SAP = [SBIE abx px]}
*🔎SRS = [SBIE-Risk-Setting]*
<sub>*"Enterococcus⼀[STAph **A**], [STAph **E**]⼀[strEP **B**] [strEP **V**]* ⼀[<sup>*and nonbacterial*</sup>*maranti(C)*<sup>*with its misc (C)*</sup>] ..<sup>" causes <sup>[mitral>tricuspid\*]</sup>IE ... *FROM JANE"*</sup>.</sub>
Ventricular Tachycardia is one of the major causes of Cardiac Syncope
cp for [Cardiac Syncope from VTach]
patient with previous structural heart disease has random Vtach arrhythmia ➜ [RANDOM SYNCOPE WITH NO PRECEDING SX] ➜ rapid spontaneous patient recovery within min and no residual sx
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this can ➜ SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH eventually
List ALL the causes of Cardiac Syncope? (6)
- Aortic Stenosis
- HOCM
- VTach
- [Torsades de pointes (look for ⬇︎K, ⬇︎Mg or ⇪ QT)]
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- AV Block
causes of Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia -3
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etx for MAT?
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how is this related to [Wandering atrial pacemaker]?
a.
1. pulmonary❌(disease|exacerbation)
2. electrolyte❌(K+|Mg+)
3. sepsis (catecholamine surge)
c. [(wap) < 100bpm ≤ (MAT)]
b. MAT etx: (PES) ➜ </sup>:random firing of multiple ectopic foci in the atria ➜ [3 DIFFERENT P-wave MORPHOLOGIESwith irregularly irregular R-R + (rate ≥100bpm)].
how do you diagnose MAT? -2
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tx? -2
(dx = [EKG with P waves of 3 different morphologies] + [atrial rate > 100])
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tx =[treat PES cause(Pulmonary/Electrolyte/Sepsis)❌] –(if fail)–> [VerapamilnCCB (AV node blockade)]
What is Acute Chest Syndrome?
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how do you diagnose it? -2
[infection (peds)] or [fat embolus (ADULTS)] ➜
life-threatening vasooclusioin of pulmonary vasculature in sickle cell patients
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[CXR New Pulmonary infiltrate]
+
≥1 of :
- WOB
- Temp>38.5C
- Hypoxemia
- chest pain
What are the 10 reversible causes of PEA (Pulseless Electrical Activity)?
CVC = {[C.O.D.E.] ➜ [VV.A.P.]} ➜ [C=A=R]
Describe Approach to [Adult Cardiac Arrest] if pt has
Asystole
[CVC⼀ACLS]
START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
“C - V - C”
CVC③ =
1)[C.O.D.E.] ➜
2)[V.(A).P.]
3)➜ [C=A=R]
Describe Approach to [Adult Cardiac Arrest] if pt has
PEA
[CVC⼀ACLS]
START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
“C - V - C”
CVC③ =
1){[C.O.D.E.] ➜
2)[V.A.(P).]
3)➜ [C=A=R]
Describe Approach to [Adult Cardiac Arrest] if pt is in
VFib
[⚡CVC⼀ACLS]*
START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
“{shock} C - V- C”
* ⚡CVC④⼀“{shock} C - V- C” =
1) [C.O.D.E.] →
2) {[⊕(V) A.P.] =
–give–>3) {⊕[(V)oltage_SH⚡CK_Debrillation]}
4) → [C=A=R]
Describe Approach to [Adult Cardiac Arrest] if pt is in
pulseless VTach
[⚡CVC⼀ACLS]*
START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
“{shock} C - V- C”
* ⚡CVC④⼀“{shock} C - V- C” =
1) [C.O.D.E.] →
2) {[⊕(V) A.P.] =
–give–>3) {⊕[(V)oltage_SH⚡CK_Debrillation]}
4) → [C=A=R]
In a MVA, what is the most common cause of death associated with steering wheel injury?
AORTIC INJURY
secondary to rapid deceleration with shearing along the aortic arch
What are the main features of [Takotsubo stress induced cardiomyopathy] -4
[ABCQ “Takotsubo”]
1. [stressor(s) ➜ catecholamine surge ➜
ANT MI presentation]
+
2. [Balloon❤️LV wall motion ∆]
2/2
3. [Coronary spasms transiently (withOUT coronary occlusion on Cath!)]
and
4. [QT prolongation]
🔎[Balloon❤️ =Echo[(apical hypOkinesis) + (BASILAR HYPERkinesis)]
tx for [acute-chest-syndrome] -3
a-c-s
[azithromycin (mycoplasma pna)]
[ceftriaxone (strep pneumo)]
[saline IVF w analgesia]
Patient is diagnosed with HOCM
⬜ (or ⬜ alternatively) both treat HOCM
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Describe how they treat HOCM?
beta blockers > ([VerapamilNCCB]
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HOCM TX GOAL = ⇪ LV Volume to overcome outflow tract obstruction. BB and nCCB achieve this 2 ways:
Negative chronotropy ( ⬇︎HR) ➜ inc diastolic time to fill -> higher LV end-diastolic volume
Negative inotropy ( ⬇︎contractility) ➜ decreases systolic ejection strength -> completes systole with higher LV end-systolic volume
What is [PEA-Pulseless Electrical Activity] ?
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how should it first be managed-2?
▶PULSELESS (No palpable pulse)
with
▶electrical activity (organized rhythm ⼀that’s not VF/VTp) on cardiac monitor
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{ [CPR x 2 min] + [Epi q 3-5 min]} until cause is determined!
Note: [pulseless VT/VF] DO require defibrillation
[Chronic primary mitral valve regurgitation] is defined as ⬜ .
What is the normal ejection fraction for these patients?
mitral valve insufficiency 2/2 intrinsic defect of mitral valve apparatus (leaflets/chordae tendineae)
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[normal EF for Chronic Primary MVR] > 60% (normally > 50%)
How are Major Depression and the Cardiovascular system related? (2)
- [Major Depressive Disorder] = independent risk factor for [⇪ morbidity and mortality] from CV disease .
- CVD = [independent risk factor for developing MDD]
Treat with SSRI
In patients with DM and CAD occlusion, which is superior
[PCI or CABG]?
why?
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- PCI = [PerCutaneous Coronary Intervention (w drug eluting stents)]*
- CABG = Coronary Artery Bypass Graft*
CABG
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CABG has lower all-cause morTality, MI and repeat vascularization than PCI
Which Calcium Channel Blockers are a/w peripheral edema?
Name them -2
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Tx for this?
dihydropyridine-CCB
[Amlodipine | Nifedipine]
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ACEK2 inhibitors
Prolonged Amiodarone tx can ➜ [FATAL ⬜ DISEASE]
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how do you manage this if it occurs? -2
PULMONARY
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[DC amiodarone] ➜ [CTS if severe/life threatening]
acute inferior MI is a/w ⬜ MI
What’s the most important tx for this kind of MI ?-2
why?
RIGHT Ventricular MI ;
{[AGGRESSIVE IVF (BOLUS)] - [Nitrates]} =
☞ RVMI tx = PRELOAD DEPENDENT = (need to INC preload with IVF and avoid Nitrates/diuretics/opioids that DEC preload)
☞ (add AtropineIV to treat associated AV Block and Sinus brady)
💊[P⼀harm[(IVF-nitrates)+AtropineIV]] → P⼀ace → P⼀erfuse_PCI]
When is Carotid Endarterectomy(CEA) indicated in Men-2 vs Women?
Men: [> 60% occlusion and Symptomatic] or [> 70% occlusion]
Women: [> 70% occlusion regardless of sx]
ANY OF THESE –> CAROTID ENDARTERECTOMY
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ASA, antiHTN and Statin = medical mgmt
When Carotid Endarterectomy(CEA) is not yet indicated for Carotid occlusion, medical management is used instead
What is the medical management for Carotid occlusion? (3)
ASA, antiHTN and Statin
What is Cardiac Index?
[CARDIAC OUTPUT –corrected for patient’s size(smaller people = smaller CO / Larger People = Larger CO) = standardized measure of pump functioning
[(⬇︎⬇︎ in cardiogenic shock) > (⬇︎ in hypOvolemic shock)]
What is Leriche triad?
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what does it indicate?
[LE claudication (butt/thigh pain or weakness)]
diminshed femoral pulses
Erectile Dysfunction
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BL AortoiLiac PAD
PATIENTS WITH ED SHOULD BE SCREENED FOR CVD/PAD BEFORE TX!
Why should patients with Erectile Dysfunction be screened for ⬜ BEFORE receiving treatment?
PAD;
PAD ➜ ED and ED is a strong predictor of CAD
ED patients should receive diagnostic testing (ABI/Stress testing) BEFORE INITIATING TREATMENT FOR SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION
What side effect does Trastuzumab have on the heart?
[REVERSIBLE asx decline of LV EF (that may ➜ overt HF)] BUT AFTER DISCONTINUANCE ➜ COMPLETE REGAINMENT OF CARDIAC FUNCTION POSSIBLE
Trastuzumab is used in Breast CA
What is the initial management for chest pain 2/2 acute Cocaine intoxication? (5)
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What should you do if there is [persistent ST elevation (initial management fails)]?
get a [LOAN⼀aP] to treat Coke!
- [Lorazepam_ benzo (HR/BP/psych control)]IV
- [Opioid🟢_Morphine]IV
- [Amlodipine_dCCB]
- [NTGIV]
–(if persist)–→
- → [alpha1🟥_Phentolamine (if Persistent)]
- ➜ ➜ PCI (for coronary revascularization if sx still not alleviated)
Describe the complication IVC filters pose
ironically, although [IVC filters] [⬇︎PE risk x 2], it actually [⇪DVT RISK x 2]
List the 4 primary EKG changes for Hyperkalemia
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how do you treat Hyperkalemia? (4)
- tall (T)
- Loss of (P)
- [Wide/sinusoidal QRS]
- (U) wave absent
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{1st (stabilizes cardiac membrane potential):
[IV Calcium Gluconate] or
[IV Calcium Cl] }
➜
{-2nd drive K+ into cells:
Beta agonist or [insulin-glucose]}
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Hyperkalemia sx = weakness + cardiac
[biventricular pacing device] is indicated for patients with what 3 clinical criteria ?
Patients with all 3:
- SINUS RHYTHM
+
- [symptomatic HF EF<35%]
- [LBBB with QRS>150]
What is the 1st step to evaluate suspected Pulmonary hypertension?
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why? (4)
TTE
= Evaluates [RV function], [Pulmonary Artery Pressure], [L valve function] and [LV function]
Why are Benzodiazepines given early for Cocaine-chest pain ? -3
{“with Cocaine [Lorazepam_Benzo] targets [Psych / Pressure / Pain”]}
1.[Psych:⬇︎Psychomotor agitation]
2.[Pressure:⬇︎sympathetic NS →⬇︎HTN]
3.[Pain:⬇︎myoscardial ischemia]
Cocaine ODtx = [LOAN-aP]
⚠but do NOT give β🟥 (MAY ➜ UNOPPOSED ALPHA 1 ACTIVATION)
Persistent chest pain and/or new neurologic symptoms
in a Cocaine Chest Pain patient is s/f what complication? explain
acute TAAAD [Type A ascending Aorta Dissection]
(severe HTN from cocaine can ➜ TAAAD = sharp ANT chest pain | and if TAAAD ascends into carotid artery ➜ [neuro weakness])
dx = [Chest Spiral_CTA]
Imaging modalities for Aortic Dissection-3
- [TEE- unstable or renal CXD]
- [Chest Spiral CT Angio]- Stable vitals]
- [MRI-NonEmergency]
TEE is great because it’s used in renal pts
What are the sx of Aortic Dissection (5)
- [SEVERE SHARP TEARING (CHEST⼀TAAAD) OR (BACK⼀tBDAD) PAIN]
- [BUE SBP discrepancy > 20 mmHg]
- [Aortic Regurgitation ➜ [pericardial effusion/tamponade/Hemothorax]
- [LE paraplegia (⼀spinal a)]
- [Horner’s MAP (⼀carotid sympathetic plexus)]
* biggest RF = HTN*
- TAAAD = [Type A Ascending Aorta Dissection] || tBDAD = [Type B Descending Aorta Dissection]*
The most common cause of mitral stenosis is ⬜. When does this typically present?
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clinical presentation (6)
[Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis]; [10-20 years after Rheumatic Fever]
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- LOUD S1
- [mid-diastolic rumble @ apex]
- DYSPENA
- orthopnea
- paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
- hemoptysis
Describe the 2 methods for determining Heart Rate on EKG
What does a negative Exercise stress test mean for the patient?
<1% risk of CV events within the next year
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NEGATIVE stress test = ≥85% of Max HR with no major EKG ∆
diagnosis?
Acute pericarditis
diffuse ST elevations with PR depression
What’s the leading cause of death in [Systemic Lupus Erythematosus] patients?
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why is this?
Cardiovascular events
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SLE is major risk factor for [premature coronary atherosclerosis] which ➜ fatal CV events
EKG findings for [ACS⼀NSTEMI] (2)
- ST Depressions
- T Wave inversions
EKG findings for Aua (2)
🔤 Aua = [ACS⼀unstable angina]
- ST Depressions
- T Wave inversions
same EKG as AanS = [ACS⼀acute nSTEMMI]
Pts with [ACS⼀acute STEMI] {Really Always Need OBAMA}!
How do you determine [Reperfusion coronary revascularization]? (4)
AaS
[ACS acute STEMI] R4 criteria
- R0: Revascularize only if [SX ≤ 12h]
- R1: [iHP = PCI ≤90 min eDB]
- R2: [OHP ≤120m eDB TFR] = [PCI ≤120 min eDB]
- R3: [OHP >120m eDB TFR] = [ART-tPA fibrinolysiswithin 30m]
- iH/OHP: in/OUT HousePCI Institute*
- TFR: Transfer*
- eDB: estimated Door→Balloon*
What is the diagnostic EKG criteria for [ACS⼀acute STEMI]-2
AaS
New [> 1 mm ST-Elevation (J point to baseline)] in [≥2 contiguous leads (except V2,V3*)]
*V2,V3= [women ≥1.5mm]| [( ≥2.5)<–m40–> (≥2mm)]
______OR_______
[New LBBB with ACS sx]
Diagnostic EKG criteria for
RBBB (2)
< V1 [R1º (second R wave)] >
_________with________
< V6 [Fat (widened) S wave] >
Name the anticoagulation used for mechanical prosthetic valves (3)
how long do they require this?
- [(AVRRF*) = warfarin2.5-3.5 ]
- [(MVR) = warfarin2.5-3.5 ]
- [(AVR) = warfarin2-3 ]
[+ ASAL (if severe CAD*)]
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LIFELONG
RF = old-gen replacement valve, afib, LVHF, hypercoagulable, prior Thromboembolism // ASAL = Low dose ASA
Which 3 drug groups are a/w Orthostatic hypOtension?
DAN is always droppin’ orthostatic
• Diuretics
• Alpha R blocker
• Nitrates
⬜ is the most common congenital heart disease in patients with Down syndrome
[Septal endocardial cushion defect]
{[SHEEPPS]traits & [SHALA Has Down Syndrome]conditions}
Athletes in intense training can develop nonpathologic CV changes such as what? (2)
- [Sinus Bradycardia (+/- 1º AV Block)] -2/2 heightened vagal tone
- [EKG LVH]- responsive LV thickness will meet EKG LVH voltage criteria
What is Sudden Cardiac Death? (2)
- [fatal Vt Arrhythmia triggered by intense exertion io\ [structural heart❌(HOCM, coronary a anomalous origin)] > [conduction❌(long QT, Brugada-Pokkuri)]
- leading COD age < 35
Describe Pulsus Paradoxus
[Systolic BP] ⬇︎more than 10 during inspiration
“Pulsus for CAPOT”
In Hypertensive Crisis (Urgency & Malignant Emergency), what’s the rate for lowering MAP?-2
[10-20% in 1st hour] –> [5-15% over next 23 hours]
Normal MAP: 65-110
Malignant HTN Emergency = [Hypertensive Urgency (BP>180/120)] PLUS Papilledema/Retinal Hemorrhages
What is the normal range for Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?
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Formula?
65-110
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Tx for symptomatic Sinus Bradycardia -6
(while investigating/treating underlying cause)
1st : [Atropine IV + IVF]
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2nd : [Glucagon IV(⇪intracell cAMP)**] ⼀BB toxicity
3rd: [Epigtt |DOPAminegtt]
4th: [transQ/V pacing]
In Afib pt, when can you NO LONGER cardiovert?
> 2 Days after onset
List the 4 treatment options for [HDS aFib]
MA * VZ * A * D
1st: {BB: [Metoprolol10 mg start] | | [Atenolol] - rCTD IN HF or hypOtension}
2nd: {NCCB: [Verapamil] | [diltiaZem([0.25 mg/kg bolus] → [0.35 mg/kg DRIP])]) -rCTD IN HF or hypOtension]
3rd: [Amiodarone+ Cardio consult]
4th: [Digoxin+ Cardio consult]
List the treatment options for UnStable Afib -5
100J CARDIOVERSION
________(unless duration ≥48h) ________ ➜
[Clots on Echo?] ➜
No = [Heparin ➜ 100J Cardioversion STAT]
YES = [Warfarin x 3 wks ➜ Cardioversion when Warfarin therapeutic]
Aortic Dissection
treatment? (4)
- Surgery for TAAAD
- [Esmolol β🟥]IV
- Nitroprusside IV(if SBP >120)
- Pain
Why shouldn’t Hydralazine ( ⬜MOA) be used to ⬇︎[acute Aortic Dissection HTN] _________________
How is this related to Sodium Nitroprusside in AD?
(primary arterial vasoDilator) ; arterial vasoDilation ➜ [reflex tachycardia ➜ ⇪ LV contractility] ➜ [⇪ aortic wall shear stress] ➜ [worsens aortic dissection]
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[Sodium Nitroprusside(mixed vasoDilator/venoDilator)] should only be used to ⬇︎ [AD SBP > 120]
never use Hydralazine ⼀ only use Nitrop if SBP > 120
Why are Beta Blockers 1st line tx for HOCM?
BB allow for more time for LV to fill with blood ➜ more LV blood DEC outflow tract obstruction (and ⬇︎murmur) ➜ improves HOCM cardiac output
Name 3 Lifestyle regimens to ⬇︎CVD in Obese patients
Exercise | Mediterranean diet | DASH diet
Which drugs are a/w [drug-induced acquired Long QT Syndrome]? (5)
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Which factor INC risk of [drug-induced acquired Long QT Syndrome] deteriorating into torsades de pointes?
antiPsychotics / antiDepressants / antiFungals /[antiBioticMacrolides] / [antiBioticFluoroquinolones]
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Bradyarrhythmia (sinus brady, AV block)
“[HIS BEDS] gave me arrhythmia”
what is the diagnosis?
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tx for this condition?(2)
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px for this condition?
[PMVT Torsade de Pointes]
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1.{[MgSO4IV]pharm cardioversion}
2.{–(if persist)–>[Temporary transVenous pacing]}
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[MgSO4IV]
give regardless of preexisting baseline Mg
A patient with aFib has failed rate control
What are the 2 anti-arrhythmic options for afib patients with…
CAD (no HF)?
- Sotalol[3]
- Dronedarone[3]
A patient with aFib has failed rate control
What are the 2 anti-arrhythmic options for afib patients with…
LVH?
- Dronedarone[3]
- Amiodarone[3]
A patient with aFib has failed rate control
What are the 2 anti-arrhythmic options for afib patients with…
[no CAD and no structural heart disease]?
- Flecainide[1C]
- Propafenone[1C]
A patient with aFib has failed rate control
What are the 2 anti-arrhythmic options for afib patients with…
HF?
- Amiodarone[3]
- doFetilide[3]
pt presents 3 days s/p acute MI with this EKG
Tx? (2)
self limited –(if persist)–> [ASA650 TID]
[acute pericarditis]
(NO NSAIDs or CTS as these impair myocardial healing and ➜ vt rupture)
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Dx?
Acute Pericarditis
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can → calcified+fibrous → cardiac decline = Constrictive pericardiits
diffuse PR depression + diffuse ST elevation
What are the 3 indications for Statin therapy?
“give that LAD a StatinM/H!”
- [LDL ≥190]
- [ASCVD10y > 7.5-10%]
- [DM ≥40 year old]
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ASCVD10y = AtheroSclerotic CVD 10 year estimated risk | StatinM/H = Moderate/HIGH Intensity
Why are HOCM pts at greater risk for developing ⬜ or ⬜ tachyarrhythmia ?
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how are each caused?
how are each managed?
- afib (L Vt hypertrophy ➜ LAE ➜ afib) = [EKGamb ➜ [antiCoag + rate/rhythm control]
-
VT (L Vt ischemia and fibrosis ➜ Vtach –(if sustained)–>SCD (most common COD for HOCM) = [EKGamb ➜ ICD]
* * *
[AMBULATORY EKG (24H Holter)] to diagnose both
What 3 Coronary Heart Disease risk factors are the most significant predictors of poor CV outcomes?
- [noncoronary Atherosclerosis (PAD, Carotid, AAA)]
- CKD
- [DM (note: strict glycemic control only ⬇︎ microvascular complication)]
these factors are AKA “CHD equivalents” = carries same risk to of damaging CV health … as having CHD itself
After MI, pts are classified as [low risk] or [HIGH risk] for resuming SEXUAL ACTIVITY
what factors makes a patient HIGH risk? (4)
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how does this translate for patients?
- NYHF4
- refractory angina
- arrhythmias
- valvular disease
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[low = sex ≥1 wk post ✔︎CRV] || [HIGH = requires assessment before sex]
What are the major effects of radiation to the heart? (5)
- Restrictive cardiomyopathy with diastolic dysfxn
- constrictive pericarditis
- valve damage
- conduction damage
- MI
fill-in-blank
diagnosis?
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tx? (4)
mmVT
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[SLAPpharm cardioversion]
-mmVT = monomorphic VT
-SLAP = Sotalol3 |Lidocaine1B |Amiodarone3|Procainamide1A
diagnosis?
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tx?-2
[PMVT Torsades de Pointes]
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1.{[MgSO4IV]pharm cardioversion}
2.{–(if persist)–>[Temporary transVenous pacing]}
PMVT = POLYMORPHIC VT
diagnosis?
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tx? (4)
mmVT
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[SLAPpharm cardioversion]
-mmVT = monomorphic VT
-SLAP = Sotalol3 |Lidocaine1B |Amiodarone3|Procainamide1A
diagnosis?
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tx? (2)
[atrial Tachycardia (looks like aflutter THAT’S MISSING SAWTOOTH PATTERN) ]
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BB|nCCB rate control
-[BB=Beta Blocker] / [NCCB=nonDihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blocker (Verapamil|Diltiazem)]
diagnosis?
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tx? (3)
[AVNRT]PSVT
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stable: -vagal maneuevers
stable: -adenosine
⚠️unstable: DC Cardioverson
[AVnRT = AtrioVentricular (nodal) Reentrant Tachycardia]
diagnosis?
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tx? (2)
[atrial flutter (look for sawtooth pattern) ]
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BB|nCCB rate control
-[BB=Beta Blocker] / [nCCB=NonDihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blocker (Verapamil|Diltiazem)]
diagnosis?
[AVRT orthodromicretrograde P wave SVT]
Look for [retrograde P waves]!
diagnosis?
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tx? (4)
[atrial fibrillation]
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[MA * VZ * A * D]rate control
[irregular R⼀R] / [no P wave] / [narrow QRS]
[MA * VZ * A * D]rate control
(M|A)*
(V|Z) *
A *
D
diagnosis?
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tx?
[⚡mmVTpulseless]
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[⚡CVC⼀ACLS]START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
-mmVT = monomorphic VT
-⚡CVC = CODE| V⚡AP| C=A=R
(⚡= give [Voltage Defibrillation SHOCK])
diagnosis?
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tx?
[⚡VF]
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[⚡CVC⼀ACLS]START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
-VF: Ventricular Fibrillation
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⚡CVC : CODE| VAP| (C=A=R)]
-{VF = [⚡CVC⼀ACLS] tx–regardless of pulse}
diagnosis?
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tx?
[⚡VF]
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[⚡CVC⼀ACLS]START CHEST COMPRESSIONS!
-VF: Ventricular Fibrillation
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-[*⚡CVC : CODE| VAP| (C=A=R)]
-{VF = [⚡CVC⼀ACLS] tx–regardless of pulse}
diagnosis?
[ACS ⼀STEMI](anterolateral)
Erectile Dysfunction in the setting of still having [nonsexual nocturnal erections] suggest what etiology?
psychogenic etx
(Do Detailed Psychological assessment/counseling)
Physical Exam findings for Aortic Stenosis-3
- {[Crescendo Decrescendo Systolic murmur w/delayed carotid pulse @ R 2nd ICS]}
- [Pulsus Parvus et Tardus(delayed carotid pulse)]
- [S4(from LV hypertrophy)]
A. Diagnose and Describe murmur
(Auscultation Site is attached)
B: Maneuvers that INC (2)
C: Maneuvers that DEC
Aortic Stenosis
[Crescendo-Descrescendo Systolic Ejection Murmur]
“Lean forward…& then Squat with that Ass, that’ll turn it up!”
B: INC with…
- Leaning Forward
2) Squatting
C: DEC with…handgrip (INC afterload)
Which Murmur?
(Auscultation Site is attached)
Mitral Valve Prolapse
[MidSystolic NON-Ejection Click + Late Systolic Crescendo Murmur]
Which Murmur?
B: Name the Auscultation Site -2
C: Maneuvers that INC sound
Mitral Stenosis
[Diastolic delayed Opening Snap followed by Rumbling]
B: [Apex + LLDP (L Lateral Decubitus Position)]
C: Maneuvers that [INC Afterload] (i.e. handgrip)
Which Murmur?
(Auscultation Site is attached)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
[Holosystolic Harsh Blowing Murmur + palpable thrill] @ [L Sternal 2/3 ICS]
Which Murmur?
(Auscultation Site is attached)
Ventricular Septal Defect
[Holosystolic Harsh Blowing Murmur + palpable thrill] @ [tricuspid area]
pt with CHF exacerbation also has hypOnatremia
How is [CHF exacerbation hypOnatremia] treated? (3)
N=none[(Sx or Na<120)?]Y=Water restriction (c/s Tolvaptan if Na<120 + chronic HF)
hypOnatremia sx (confusion, seizure) | [Tolvaptan (Vasopressin-2 ADH R blocker)]
Oral Salt tablets are used to treat hypOnatremia in [⬜ CHF exacerbation | SIADH]
SIADH
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NEVER give Oral salt tablets to edematous/volume overload CHFE
MOA for how Beta Blockers work on the heart? (2)
inhibition of B1 R ➜ [⬇︎intracellular cAMP] in…
▶[cardiac contractile myocytes] ➜ DEC heart contractility ➜ DEC BP (poor perfusion/confusion if OD)
▶[cardiac pacemaker myocytes] ➜ DEC [phase 4 depolarization slope] ➜ DEC HR (arrest/AV block if OD)
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BBtox tx = IVF, atropine, glucagon
Pt p/w bradycardia to 40 bpm, likely 2/2 beta blocker toxicity
Treatment? (3)
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Which of these is specific to beta blocker toxicity and how does it work?
- IVF (if hypOtension)
- atropine (symptomatic bradycardia)
- GLUCAGON = BB toxicity tx ⼀activates glucagon R ➜ directly INC intracellular cAMP = bypasses adrenergic blockade from BB and restores HR and contractility in setting of BB toxicity
1st line treatment for Calcium channel blocker toxicity
Calcium gluconate
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INC intracellular Ca+ ➜ restores arterial smooth m tone and cardiac contractility
[Bicuspid aortic valve] mode of inheritance is either ⬜ or ⬜
When diagnosed, the first step in management is ⬜
- [AUTO DOM with incomplete penetrance] or
- sporadic
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[screen 1st degree relatives for [bicuspid aortic valve] with echo]