Heart failure Flashcards by Z H | Brainscape

Q

Acute HF

A

Come on suddenly

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Chronic HF

A

Going on for some time

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Blood test for HF

A

B type natriuretic peptide

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What are some non pharmacological treatment

A

Lifestyle changes

Weigh daily and report weight gain of 1.5kg to 2kg in 2 days to GP

Limit salt to less than 6g

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Q

What can NSAIDs do to water retention?

A

Increase in water retention

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What can CCBs except amlodipine do?

A

Cause cardiac depression

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Q

What three beta blockers are used in HF

A

Bisoprolol, Carvediol and Nebivolol

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HF overview

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Bandaids

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What is the heart attack course of action

A

Ask patient to chew aspirin 300mg

Put in recovery position

Compression ratio 30:2

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