Pulmonary Vascular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
How do pulmonary embolisms happen
A
Typically via DVT
2
Q
Symptoms of pulmonary embolism
A
Pleuritic chest pain, cough, haemoptysis, tachycardia, hypotension
3
Q
What is Wells score
A
Predicts probability of PE occurring
Score >=6 high probability
2-6 moderate
Under 2 low
4
Q
Treatment for PE
A
Oxygen where appropriate
Low molecular weight heparin, warfarin, thrombolysis
5
Q
MAP for pulmonary hypertension
A
Above 25mmHg in pulmonary arterial tree
6
Q
Treatment of pulmonary hypertension
A
CCBs, oxygen, anticoagulant, diuretics
