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Which imaging modality is typically used to diagnose aortic aneurysm?
Which imaging modality is typically used to diagnose aortic aneurysm?
- CT scan (correct)
- MRI
- Echocardiogram
- X-ray
What is the recommended interval for performing ultrasound for an aortic aneurysm measuring 4-4.5cm?
What is the recommended interval for performing ultrasound for an aortic aneurysm measuring 4-4.5cm?
- Every year
- Every 3 months
- Every 6 months (correct)
- Every 2 years
Which condition presents with sudden onset chest pain, tearing/ripping sensation, and differing blood pressures between arms?
Which condition presents with sudden onset chest pain, tearing/ripping sensation, and differing blood pressures between arms?
- Pericarditis
- Cor pulmonale
- Aortic dissection (correct)
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
In atrial fibrillation, which medication can be used to control heart rate in stable patients?
In atrial fibrillation, which medication can be used to control heart rate in stable patients?
What EKG finding is characteristic of Torsade's de pointes arrhythmia?
What EKG finding is characteristic of Torsade's de pointes arrhythmia?
What is the first-line diagnostic test for assessing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
What is the first-line diagnostic test for assessing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
Which of the following is a common symptom of heart failure?
Which of the following is a common symptom of heart failure?
What is the recommended frequency for lipid panel screening in individuals over 75 years old?
What is the recommended frequency for lipid panel screening in individuals over 75 years old?
In cardiogenic shock, what is Beck's triad indicative of?
In cardiogenic shock, what is Beck's triad indicative of?
Which of the following murmurs improves with squatting and worsens with standing?
Which of the following murmurs improves with squatting and worsens with standing?
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