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What is the primary characteristic of Diastolic Heart Failure?
What is the primary characteristic of Diastolic Heart Failure?
Which term refers to the percentage of blood expelled from the left ventricle with every contraction?
Which term refers to the percentage of blood expelled from the left ventricle with every contraction?
Which medication is used in the medical management of Heart Failure by decreasing preload and afterload through a dilation effect?
Which medication is used in the medical management of Heart Failure by decreasing preload and afterload through a dilation effect?
Why might patients switch from ACE inhibitors to ARBs in Heart Failure management?
Why might patients switch from ACE inhibitors to ARBs in Heart Failure management?
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What is the primary function of Betablockers in Heart Failure management?
What is the primary function of Betablockers in Heart Failure management?
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Which medication for Heart Failure management is known for its potent vasodilator effects?
Which medication for Heart Failure management is known for its potent vasodilator effects?
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What should be monitored closely when administering Dobutamine as an IV infusion in Heart Failure?
What should be monitored closely when administering Dobutamine as an IV infusion in Heart Failure?
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Which cardiac biomarker is the most specific for indicating cardiac damage in acute MI?
Which cardiac biomarker is the most specific for indicating cardiac damage in acute MI?
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What is the main purpose of reducing oxygen demand in a patient experiencing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
What is the main purpose of reducing oxygen demand in a patient experiencing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
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Which medication is typically part of the MONA B protocol for managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
Which medication is typically part of the MONA B protocol for managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
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In systolic heart failure, what is the main characteristic of the heart muscle?
In systolic heart failure, what is the main characteristic of the heart muscle?
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For a patient with ACS, what is the recommended heart rate to reduce the workload on the heart?
For a patient with ACS, what is the recommended heart rate to reduce the workload on the heart?
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What is the role of bed rest in managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
What is the role of bed rest in managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
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Which enzyme peaks at about 24 hours post myocardial infarction but is less reliable than troponin as a cardiac-specific biomarker?
Which enzyme peaks at about 24 hours post myocardial infarction but is less reliable than troponin as a cardiac-specific biomarker?
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What is the primary function of Reperfusion therapy in managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
What is the primary function of Reperfusion therapy in managing Acute Coronary Syndrome?
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What are the general signs and symptoms of heart failure related to inadequate tissue perfusion?
What are the general signs and symptoms of heart failure related to inadequate tissue perfusion?
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What is the timeframe within which beta-blocker therapy should be initiated post myocardial infarction according to the text?
What is the timeframe within which beta-blocker therapy should be initiated post myocardial infarction according to the text?
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Which cardiac biomarker is considered less reliable than troponin in diagnosing an acute MI?
Which cardiac biomarker is considered less reliable than troponin in diagnosing an acute MI?
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What is the primary purpose of bed rest for a patient experiencing Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?
What is the primary purpose of bed rest for a patient experiencing Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?
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In systolic heart failure, which aspect of cardiac function is typically affected?
In systolic heart failure, which aspect of cardiac function is typically affected?
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Among the components of MONA B for managing ACS, which one helps reduce the work on the heart?
Among the components of MONA B for managing ACS, which one helps reduce the work on the heart?
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In Acute Coronary Syndrome, what does a MAP above 65 aim to ensure?
In Acute Coronary Syndrome, what does a MAP above 65 aim to ensure?
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Which cardiac biomarker indicates non-specific injury to the heart and is not a specific indicator of myocardial infarction?
Which cardiac biomarker indicates non-specific injury to the heart and is not a specific indicator of myocardial infarction?
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What is the primary goal of reducing oxygen therapy for a patient with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?
What is the primary goal of reducing oxygen therapy for a patient with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?
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Which therapy, when administered post-MI, should ideally commence within 24 hours of the myocardial infarction?
Which therapy, when administered post-MI, should ideally commence within 24 hours of the myocardial infarction?
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What is the significance of having a heart rate less than 100 bpm in patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome?
What is the significance of having a heart rate less than 100 bpm in patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome?
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Why is Troponin considered a more reliable cardiac biomarker compared to Creatine Kinase - MB in diagnosing ACS?
Why is Troponin considered a more reliable cardiac biomarker compared to Creatine Kinase - MB in diagnosing ACS?
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What is the hallmark characteristic of Diastolic Heart Failure?
What is the hallmark characteristic of Diastolic Heart Failure?
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Which term refers to the percentage of blood expelled from the left ventricle with every contraction?
Which term refers to the percentage of blood expelled from the left ventricle with every contraction?
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What is the GOLD STANDARD lab test for diagnosing Heart Failure?
What is the GOLD STANDARD lab test for diagnosing Heart Failure?
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Which medication class is used to reduce the constant stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system in Heart Failure?
Which medication class is used to reduce the constant stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system in Heart Failure?
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What is the function of Milrinone (Primacor) in Heart Failure?
What is the function of Milrinone (Primacor) in Heart Failure?
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What is a common side effect of Dobutamine infusion?
What is a common side effect of Dobutamine infusion?
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Which medication is considered a potent vasodilator used in Heart Failure?
Which medication is considered a potent vasodilator used in Heart Failure?
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What is the primary goal of administering oxygen therapy in pulmonary edema?
What is the primary goal of administering oxygen therapy in pulmonary edema?
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What condition can lead to Flash Pulmonary Edema?
What condition can lead to Flash Pulmonary Edema?
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In Cardiogenic Shock, what is the primary reason for inadequate tissue perfusion and organ failure?
In Cardiogenic Shock, what is the primary reason for inadequate tissue perfusion and organ failure?
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How can increasing the afterload help a hypotensive patient in cardiogenic shock?
How can increasing the afterload help a hypotensive patient in cardiogenic shock?
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What is a common goal for circulatory support in cardiogenic shock patients?
What is a common goal for circulatory support in cardiogenic shock patients?
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What is a potential complication of an Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) placed too high into the aortic arch?
What is a potential complication of an Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) placed too high into the aortic arch?
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Which medication can be used to lower excessive preload in cardiogenic shock?
Which medication can be used to lower excessive preload in cardiogenic shock?
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What is the primary purpose of a Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD)?
What is the primary purpose of a Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD)?
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In cardiogenic shock, what action is recommended if the afterload is too low?
In cardiogenic shock, what action is recommended if the afterload is too low?
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In cardiogenic shock, what is one of the goals to reduce the effects?
In cardiogenic shock, what is one of the goals to reduce the effects?
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What is the recommended MAP level in circulatory support for cardiogenic shock patients?
What is the recommended MAP level in circulatory support for cardiogenic shock patients?
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Which of the following medications can be used to support left ventricle in cardiogenic shock by lowering pressure and volume?
Which of the following medications can be used to support left ventricle in cardiogenic shock by lowering pressure and volume?
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What is the primary purpose of a Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD) in cardiogenic shock?
What is the primary purpose of a Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD) in cardiogenic shock?
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What is the function of the Impella Device in cardiogenic shock?
What is the function of the Impella Device in cardiogenic shock?
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What complication can occur with an Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) if it is placed too high into the aortic arch?
What complication can occur with an Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) if it is placed too high into the aortic arch?
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'Pee it, Park it, Pump it' is a strategy used for managing which aspect of cardiogenic shock?
'Pee it, Park it, Pump it' is a strategy used for managing which aspect of cardiogenic shock?
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'NEVER titrate off up or down too fast' is an important reminder for which therapy in cardiogenic shock?
'NEVER titrate off up or down too fast' is an important reminder for which therapy in cardiogenic shock?
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