Cardio Flashcards
1
Q
HTN treatment
A
CCBs, thiazides, and ACEIs/ARBs
2
Q
CI for ACEIs/ARBs
A
CKD
3
Q
Comorbid CAD or CHF w/ HTN
A
Treat with BB and ACEI
4
Q
CCB indications and ADRs
A
Used for angina; ADR=peripheral edema
5
Q
Advantages to ARBs over ACEIs
A
No cough or angioedema
6
Q
Causes of secondary HTN
A
Hypercalcemia Hyperthyroidism Hyperaldosteronism Aortic coarctation Renovascular HTN Pheochromocytoma
Cushings disease
Obstructive sleep apnea
7
Q
F/U after echo for CHF
A
Left heart cath
Tells you whether it is ischemic HF or not
8
Q
Drug to add to CHF if already on BBs, ACEIs, and Loops
A
Hydralazine
9
Q
CHF exacerbation managment
A
CXR, ECG, BNP, Troponins, Echo later
If CXR and BNP are positive then..
Lasix Morphine Nitrates O2 Positioning (upright)
