Cardiology Mixed Bag Flashcards

1
Q

What do inotropes do (MOA)?

A

Alter force of contraction of the heart

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2
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What do nitrates do (MOA)?

A

Decrease preload and afterload

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3
Q

How do you calculate minimum blood pressure?

A

SBP = 70 + (2 x age in years)

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4
Q

How do you calculate MAP?

A

DBP + 1/3 (SBP-DBP)

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