EXTRA Flashcards
1
Q
what is important to be aware of with beta blockers and glucose
A
can reduce hypoglycaemic awareness
2
Q
osmium secundum
A
embolism passes from venous system to left side of heart causing stroke
ECG - RBBB with RAD
3
Q
why must statins be temporarily held when prescribing a macrolide
A
increased risk of rhabdomyolysis when combining the two drugs
4
Q
orthostatic hypotension
A
drop in blood pressure by at least 20/10 after 3 minutes of standing
5
Q
what value of the Q risk indicates the use of a statin
A
> /= 10%
6
Q
how do you calculate pack numbers
A
number of cigarettes x2
divide by number of years
