Path exam 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Complications of MI
A
Dysrhythmia, CHF, cardiogenic shock, acute organic brain syndrome, ventricular wall rupture
2
Q
What is acute organic brain syndrome?
A
- fast onset of lack of blood supply to brain
- lack of O2
- confusion, disorientation
3
Q
What is associated with poor prognosis in post MI?
A
Females, DM, age, hx of prior MI
4
Q
What are the compensatory events in HF?
A
- Catecholamines, angiotensin II, arginine vasopressin, natriuetic peptides, endothelial hormones, endotoxin, TNF-a
