Cardio Flashcards
1
Q
A lady on anti-hypertensive medication attends the GP complaining that since she started her medication, she’s started having a dry cough. What was her initial medication, and what alternative medication and dose should you prescribe?
A
Rampiril
Change to amlodipine 5mg
2
Q
What investigations should you do with a new HTN diagnosis?
A
ECG (looking for LVH)
Bloods - U+E, HbA1c, cholesterol
Urine dip (protein + blood)
Urinalysis (albumin-creatinine ratio)
3
Q
What are the potential causes of secondary hypertension?
A
Renal artery stenosis Hyperaldosteronism (high Na+, low K+) High cortisol LVH progressing to HF Hyperthyroidism
