Pericarditis Flashcards
1
Q
what is pericarditis?
A
pericardial inflammation usually secondary to MI or viral infection
2
Q
symptoms?
A
pleuritic chest pain (worse on inspiration)
fever
pericardial friction rub
3
Q
ECG changes?
A
upward concave ST elevation
widespread changes involving > 1 vascular territory e.g. inferior and anterior ST elevation
4
Q
T/F: changes evolve over time
A
false - changes DO NOT evolve over time
5
Q
___ depression is a useful diagnostic tool
A
PR
6
Q
T/F: pts should be given analgesia with NSAIDs
A
true, if not contraindicated
