DPD Amir Sam 2 Flashcards
Cardio 2 Resp
Which limb leads show ST elevation in an anterior MI?
V3-4
Which limb leads show ST elevation in an lateral MI?
I, aVL, V5-6
Which limb leads show ST elevation in an inferior MI?
II, III, aVF
What are the types of tachycardia?
Sinus tachycardia SVT VT AF Atrial flutter
What is the pattern of atrial flutter?
Sawtooth
What is the treatment for atrial flutter?
Similar to AF
What is the distinct characteristic of VT?
Broad QRS complexes
What is 1st degree HB?
Prolonged P-R interval
What is 2nd degree HB?
P wave not followed by a QRS complex
What is 3rd degree HB?
Complete dissociation between P and QRS complexes
What is LVH by voltage criteria?
Deep S in V1 or 2
Tall R in V5 or 6
Total is greater than 7 large squares
How do you manage a Pt with pulseless VT?
Defibrillate
How do you manage a Pt with VT and no haemodynamic compromise?
IV amiodarone
Treat underlying cause
ICD (implantable cardioverter defibrillator)
What are the causes of LVH?
Hypertension
Aortic stenosis
65F SOB for a few hrs
Orthopnoea
Hx 2x MIs
DH- aspirin, simvastatin, ramipril, bisoprolol
Temp 36.5, raised JVP, HS 1+2+3, fine crackles on auscultation, peripheral oedema
What is the diagnosis?
Congestive heart failure