Heart Failure Flashcards by Martin Beattie

Q

What are the causes of heart failure?

A

Coronary artery disease

Hypertension

Atrial fibrilation

Valve disease

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How is heart failure investigated?

A

FBC

U&E’s

Brain Natriuretic peptide

Chest X-ray

Echocardiogram

ECG

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Q

How can heart failure be treated?

A

Smoking cessation

Weight loss

Increased exercise

ACE-i’s

Beta-blockers

ARB’s

Diuretics

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Q

What are the complications of heart failure?

A

Stroke

Renal failure

Valve dysfunction

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