CAD Flashcards
1
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CAD
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Coronary Artery Disease
2
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Atherosclerosis
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narrowing of one or more coronary arteries that is caused by the buildup of plaque or fat deposition in the arterial wall
3
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Symptoms
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Chest pain
Angina
Diaphoresis
Dypnea
4
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Dyspnea
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SOB
5
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Angina
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pain in chest
6
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Diaphoresis
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excessive sweating
7
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Prognosis
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No cure
8
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Treatable by
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Diet
exercise
smoking cessation
9
Q
PTA intervention
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Exercise and educate
10
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OTA intervention
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education on how to take their vitals