Cardio emergencies Flashcards

1
Q

What are the visual signs of AAA?

A

Cullen’s (umbilical) and Grey Turner’s sign (flank)

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2
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What is the scoring system for PE?

A

Well’s score

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3
Q

How would you treat PE?

A

low risk - anticoagulation
heparin, warfarin, DOAC
high risk - reperfusion
thrombolysis, embolectomy

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4
Q

What are some treatment options for acute heart failure?

A

IV furosemide 40mg
GTN infusion
diamorphine
CPAP

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5
Q

What caution is there with all treatment options of heart failure?

A

They all lower BP

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