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Tx for AV nodal reentrant tachycardia (SVT)
- Stable: Vagal (valsalva, cough, gag, ice, carotid massage). If unsuccessful, Adenosine or CCB.
- Unstable: cardiovert
Nitrates are CI with what heart murmur? Why?
- Aortic Stenosis
- AS is preload-dependent
In Non-obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, what is the only viable Tx?
Cardiac transplant
MCC syncope in non-specific Hx, normal PE and ECG
Idiopathic
Pt. presents to ED with a finger lac. She is 8 wks pregnant and has had 2 days of vaginal spotting and lower abdominal cramping. She has a closed os and no tenderness or masses on palpation (~possible threatened abortion or ectopic pregnancy). What is the mgmt?
Treat her laceration, perform hCG quantitative level and pelvic US
Dx for Intussusception
Ultrasound (target-sign)
Multiple sclerosis is associated with what eye condition? What is the finding?
- Optic neuritis
- Afferent pupillary defect
What is the mgmt for Molar Pregnancy?
Ob/Gyn consult for dilation and curettage. X-ray to R/O METS.
Alcoholic. Oculomotor dysfunction (MC nystagmus**), cerebellar dysfunction (ataxia), AMS. Dx?
Wernicke Encephalopathy
What mandates antibiotic treatment for Neutropenic Fever?
- Single oral temp. of 101F (38.3C)
- 100.4 for >1 hr + ANC < 500
Tx for Primary Immune Thrombocytopenia
- Kids: observe ± IVIG (severe w/bleed)
- Adults: Steroids > IVIG; Platelets <20K - transfusion, splenectomy
Tx for Acute Chest Syndrome in SCD
Broad-spectrum antibiotics + ICU
Tx for Chronic Urticaria
Nortriptyline (tricyclic antidepressants)
Tx for Tumor Lysis Syndrome
IVF + ER dialysis (with multiple electrolyte abnormalities)
Mgmt of Red Man Syndrome
IV diphenhydramine and stop infusion. If no more Sxs, can restart slower.
What is the Rx of choice for Myofascial Pain?
Cyclobenzaprine (muscle relaxant)
Tx for Traveler’s Diarrhea besides rehydration
- Ciprofloxacin
- Azithromycin (pregnant and kids)
CI air-contrast enema in reducing pediatric intussusception?
- Free air under diaphragm
- Peritonitis
What labs are seen in Appendicitis?
Leukocytosis
Electrolyte abnormalities seen in refeeding syndrome
HypoK
HypoPhos
What is the appearance on imaging for Sigmoid Volvulus (colon twist) and what is the Tx?
- Bent inner tube
- Sigmoidoscopy
Viral infection MC associated with pediatric intussusception
Adenovirus
Dx for Pancreatic Cancer
CT
Workup for ped obesity
- Lipid panel
- CMP
Dx for Epiglottitis
Laryngoscopy
When do pts. get Tetanus immune globulin?
Unknown, incomplete, or lack of primary tetanus immunization
Many painful papules ulcerated + inguinal bubo. Dx?
Chancroid (Haemophilus ducreyi)
A sick boy presents with 12-hr Hx of HA, stiff neck, F to 104°F, lethargy. Next he begins vomiting and gets petechial rash from head to feet followed rapidly by the formation of necrotizing purpura. Then he develops shock, cardiac arrest, and dies. Dx?
Meningococcemia