Blunt Chest Trauma: Symptoms and Treatment
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What is the most common type of pacemaker?

  • Transvenous
  • Permanent
  • Transcutaneous (correct)
  • Epicardial
  • When were transvenous pacemakers primarily used?

  • Early 2000s
  • Early 60s-70s
  • Early 50s-60s
  • Early 80s-90s (correct)
  • What is the primary difference between TTE and TEE echocardiograms?

  • The frequency of sound waves used
  • The level of invasiveness (correct)
  • The level of sedation required
  • The location of the probe
  • What is the purpose of a TTE echocardiogram?

    <p>To give an idea of how the heart is functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the image quality better in a TEE echocardiogram?

    <p>The layers of tissue between the heart and esophagus are very thin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the catheter used in diagnostic testing?

    <p>Swan-Ganz catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason TEE echocardiograms require consent?

    <p>The procedure is more invasive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of a TTE echocardiogram?

    <p>It is a non-invasive procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a pacemaker and an ICD?

    <p>A pacemaker is used for arrhythmia, while an ICD is used for cardiac arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of epicardial pacing?

    <p>To provide a temporary solution during open heart surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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