Cardiology

Question 1

New York Heart Association classification

Answer 1

I No limitation of physical activity. Ordinary physical activity does not cause undue fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea (shortness of breath).
II Slight limitation of physical activity. Comfortable at rest. Ordinary physical activity results in fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea (shortness of breath).
III Marked limitation of physical activity. Comfortable at rest. Less than ordinary activity causes fatigue, palpitation, or dyspnea.
IV Unable to carry on any physical activity without discomfort. Symptoms of heart failure at rest. If any physical activity is undertaken, discomfort increases.

Question 2

cutoff between VT and NSVT

Answer 2

30

Question 3

AV nodal blocking drugs

Answer 3

BB’s
CCB’s
Digoxin