Cardiology Abbreviations and Acronyms Quiz

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What does SGLT2 stand for in the context provided?

Systematic Glucose Level Trial 2

Signal Glycogen Level Test 2

Systolic Glucose Transporter Level 2

Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 (correct)

What does RVAD stand for in the context provided?

Right Ventricular Assist Device (correct)

Renal Vascular Access Determination

Reversed Ventricular Activation Disorder

Rapid Ventricular Atrial Dilation

What is the meaning of QRS in the context provided?

Quality Reproduction System

Quantitative Renal Screening

Q, R, and S waves of an ECG (correct)

Quadruple Regimen Standard

What does RAAS represent in the text provided?

Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what does PVC stand for?

Premature Ventricular Contraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of REMATCH in the context provided?

Randomized Evaluation of Mechanical Assistance for the Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main use of the treatment mentioned in the text?

Limited to the research setting Signup and view all the answers

Why do current guidelines not mandate gold standard testing in every patient?

Because objective markers of raised LV filling pressures are emphasized Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment has shown improvements for some specific phenotypes of patients with HFpEF?

Sacubitril/valsartan Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of large RCTs conducted in HFpEF regarding their primary endpoints?

The primary endpoints were not achieved Signup and view all the answers

Which drug showed a trend towards reducing hospitalizations for HF, even though the trial outcomes were neutral for primary endpoints?

Sacubitril/valsartan Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of nebivolol on the combined primary endpoint of all-cause mortality or CV hospitalizations?

Reduced the combined endpoint Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Preamble Guidelines mentioned in the text?

To assist in proposing management strategies for patients Signup and view all the answers

Who should make the final decisions concerning an individual patient's management according to the text?

The responsible health professional(s) Signup and view all the answers

Where can the recommendations for formulating and issuing ESC Guidelines be found?

On the European Society of Cardiology's website Signup and view all the answers

Why have quality criteria for the development of guidelines been established?

To make all decisions transparent to the user Signup and view all the answers

What do ESC Guidelines represent according to the text?

Official position of the European Society of Cardiology on a given topic Signup and view all the answers

Who are the stakeholders involved in decision making for an individual patient, as mentioned in the text?

Health professionals, patient, and caregiver Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended class and level of evidence for using diuretics in congested patients with HFpEF?

Class I Level C Signup and view all the answers

Which pathway was targeted by the failed trials mentioned in the text?

Nitric oxide-cyclic guanosine monophosphate pathway Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of patients in the SENIORS trial had an LVEF greater than 50%?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended preventive strategy for heart failure related to sedentary habits?

Regular physical activity Signup and view all the answers

In patients with alcohol-induced CMP, what should they do regarding alcohol intake?

Abstain from alcohol Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for patients facing obesity as a risk factor for heart failure?

Regular physical activity and healthy diet Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of prognostic stratification?

To identify the ideal time for referral to an appropriate centre Signup and view all the answers

How can clinical parameters like symptoms, weight, heart rate, and BP be used?

To guide patients in adjusting therapy or seeking further advice Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of home telemonitoring (HTM)?

Minimizing the frequency of clinic visits Signup and view all the answers

How can HTM be useful during a pandemic like COVID-19?

By highlighting its advantages in enforced cessation of face-to-face consultations Signup and view all the answers

What role does HTM play in adjusting therapy for patients?

It helps guide patients in adjusting therapy Signup and view all the answers

Why is prognostic stratification important in heart failure management?

To identify the best time for referral to appropriate centers Signup and view all the answers