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Which electrocardiogram lead is best suited to identify a U wave in hypokalemia?
Which electrocardiogram lead is best suited to identify a U wave in hypokalemia?
- Lead I
- Lead V2,3 (correct)
- Lead III
- Lead aVL
What is the characteristic of pericarditis on ECG?
What is the characteristic of pericarditis on ECG?
- PR elevation
- ST segment depression
- QR pattern
- Saddle-shaped ST segment elevation (correct)
What is the initial treatment for symptomatic bradycardia?
What is the initial treatment for symptomatic bradycardia?
- Beta blockers
- Temporary pacemaker
- Permanent pacemaker
- Atropine (correct)
Which of the following is a contraindication for ambulatory BP monitoring?
Which of the following is a contraindication for ambulatory BP monitoring?
What is the characteristic of ventricular rate in atrial fibrillation?
What is the characteristic of ventricular rate in atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended treatment for TIAs (transient ischemic attacks)?
What is the recommended treatment for TIAs (transient ischemic attacks)?
What is the characteristic ECG finding in a patient with left main coronary artery occlusion?
What is the characteristic ECG finding in a patient with left main coronary artery occlusion?
What is the first drug of choice for hypertensive patients below 55 and non-African Caribbean?
What is the first drug of choice for hypertensive patients below 55 and non-African Caribbean?
What is the characteristic murmur finding in a patient with aortic stenosis?
What is the characteristic murmur finding in a patient with aortic stenosis?
What is the best initial investigation for a patient presenting with blackouts?
What is the best initial investigation for a patient presenting with blackouts?
What is the characteristic presentation of a patient with Meniere's disease?
What is the characteristic presentation of a patient with Meniere's disease?
What is the criteria for diagnosing familial hypercholesterolemia?
What is the criteria for diagnosing familial hypercholesterolemia?