Cardiopulmonary Lab Flashcards
1
Q
What is a high yield adverse effect for using fluoros for pneumonia?
A
Tendon problems, especially rupture.
2
Q
What are we worried about with addressing edema and hyponatremia?
A
Need to slowly fix hyponatremia or we will cause osmotic demyelination syndrome
.5 to 1 mEq/hr
3
Q
NYHA staging for CHF, what is 1-4?
A
No limitation on activity
Slight limitation of activity, good at rest
Marked limitation of activity
No good at rest
4
Q
What medicine to consider that has benefit for A fib?
A
Digoxin
