Hypotension Flashcards
1
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Cardiogenic shock common causes, S/sx, Treatment
A
- Acute MI, heart failure, cardiac tamponade
- Hypotension (SBP <90 mmHg), cyanosis, cool extremities, altered mental status, crackles, ↑ capillary wedge pressure > 15mm
- Fluid resuscitation, pressors (dopamine), and treat underlying cause
2
Q
Orthostatic hypotension def, cause
A
20 mmHg drop in systolic BP, 10 mmHg drop in diastolic pressure, 15 BPM increase in HR after patient stands 2-5 minutes after being supine
-autonomic dysfunction in DM common cause, medications
3
Q
Used in the diagnosis of orthostatic hypotension
A
Tilt table testing
