Examinations Flashcards
1
Q
If a patient complains of chest pain when lying flat which is relieved by leaning forward, what could this be?
A
pericarditis
2
Q
‘sudden onset tearing chest that radiates to the back’
A
aortic dissection
3
Q
pleuritic chest pain can be caused by…
A
PE, pneumothorax, pneumonia
4
Q
Name 5 risk factors for cardiovascular disease
A
smoking, HTN, diabetes, family history of CVD, hyperlipidaemia
