10 Questions
What is the most common type of pacemaker?
Transcutaneous
When were transvenous pacemakers primarily used?
Early 80s-90s
What is the primary difference between TTE and TEE echocardiograms?
The level of invasiveness
What is the purpose of a TTE echocardiogram?
To give an idea of how the heart is functioning
Why is the image quality better in a TEE echocardiogram?
The layers of tissue between the heart and esophagus are very thin
What is the name of the catheter used in diagnostic testing?
Swan-Ganz catheter
What is the primary reason TEE echocardiograms require consent?
The procedure is more invasive
What is the main advantage of a TTE echocardiogram?
It is a non-invasive procedure
What is the primary difference between a pacemaker and an ICD?
A pacemaker is used for arrhythmia, while an ICD is used for cardiac arrest
What is the purpose of epicardial pacing?
To provide a temporary solution during open heart surgery
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