random factoids Flashcards
1
Q
what does the internal mamarry artery / the internal thoracic artery supply?
A
anterior chest wall + breasts
2
Q
what is angioplasty?
A
procedure used to open narrowed arteries using a balloon stent
3
Q
when is angioplasty contraindicated?
A
is patient presents for longer than 12 hours
4
Q
GS for aortic aneurysm?
A
ultrasound
5
Q
when may a 3rd heart sound be heard?
A
left ventricular failure
constrictive pericarditis
mitral regurg
6
Q
which drug increases the risk of statin-induced rhambdomyolysis
A
amiodarone
7
Q
what do arterial ulcers look / feel like?
A
pale, painful and punched out
