Cardiology

Question 0

What kind of drug is Vasotec?

Answer 0

ACE inhibitor

Question 1

What are two classes of Atropine?

Answer 1

Parasympatholytic & Vagolitic

Question 2

Define cardiomyopathy?

Answer 2

Progressive weakening of the myocardium.

Question 3

Steps for treatment of a drowning victim?

Answer 3

1. Rescuer safety
2. Remove victim from water
3. Open airway, suctioning only for foreign bodies such as debris, gastric contents, etc.
4. Rescue breathing (2 breaths)
5. C-Spine only if signs of injury (shallow water diving, water slide, alcohol intox)
6. Pulse check
7. Chest compressions if no pulse
8. Defibrillator and shock if necessary
9. IV and code drugs if necessary

Question 4

What is given for Beta Blocker toxicity?

Answer 4

Glucagon