Heart Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
what is the treatment for persistent pulmonary hypertension
A
oxygen inotropes respiratory support blood pressure support sedation
2
Q
what does oral slidenafil and nitrous oxide do
A
reduce pulmonary resistance
3
Q
What is the diagnosis of a newborn infant who presents with severe cyanosis, tachypnea and cardiomegaly
A
transposition of the great arteries
4
Q
difference between acyanotic and severe tetralogy of fallot
A
A: loud, harsh murmur associated with signs of respiratory distress
B: central cyanosis, boot shaped heart and oligaemic lungs on xray.
5
Q
clinical signs of neonatal heart failure
A
hepatomegaly tiring with feeds and failure to thrive, with or without oedema tachycardia or gallop rhythm respiratory distress excessive sweating
