Cardio 6 Flashcards
1
Q
What adverse effects are associated with Digoxin Toxicity?
A
1) Arrythmias
2) Visual Changes
3) Vomiting
4) Disorientation
2
Q
What is the mnemonic and drugs that cause agranulocytosis?
A
Drugs CCCrush Promyelocytes and Myeloblasts
Dapsone, Carbamazapine, Clozapine, Colchicine, PTU, MMI
3
Q
What 2 drugs cause osteoporosis?
A
Corticosteroids and Heparin
4
Q
What are the causes of high output cardiac failure? Low output?
A
1) Sepsis/Neurogenic
2) Hypovolemia/Cardiogenic
5
Q
What does oliguria mean?
A
Without Urine
6
Q
How does lymphatic blockage alter starling forces?
A
Increased tissue oncotic pressure resulting in non-pitting edema
7
Q
What factors increase capillary permeability?
A
Toxins, Sepsis, and Burns
