Cardiac Tamponade Flashcards

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What are clear signs of Cardiac Tamponade (4)

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Hypotension

Raised JVP but absent Y Descent due to limit on right ventricular filling

Pulsus Paradoxsus

Kussmaul Sign

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What is Pulsus Paradoxsus

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Abnormal large drop in BP during Inspiration

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How to treat Cardiac Tamponade

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Pericardiocentesis

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