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What is the most specific ECG marker for pericarditis?
What is the most specific ECG marker for pericarditis?
- ST elevation in specific territories
- PR elevation
- Saddle-shaped ST elevation (correct)
- T wave inversion
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of pericarditis?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of pericarditis?
- Hypertension (correct)
- Viral infections
- Post-myocardial infarction
- Connective tissue disease
What type of chest pain is typically associated with pericarditis?
What type of chest pain is typically associated with pericarditis?
- Relieved by sitting upright (correct)
- Radiating to the back
- Accompanied by sweating
- Exacerbated by lying down
What is the recommended first-line treatment for patients with acute idiopathic or viral pericarditis?
What is the recommended first-line treatment for patients with acute idiopathic or viral pericarditis?
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