Heart Failure Pharmacology Overview
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Heart Failure Pharmacology Overview

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What imaging characteristic is associated with hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

  • Tree in bud appearance
  • Finger in glove appearance
  • Tram track appearance
  • Mosaic pattern (correct)

    • Which treatment is considered the first choice for hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

  • Bronchodilators
  • Omalizumab
  • Itraconazole
  • Steroids (correct)

    • What type of hypersensitivity is primarily involved in hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

  • Type 3 hypersensitivity (correct)
  • Type 1 hypersensitivity
  • Type 2 hypersensitivity
  • Type 4 hypersensitivity (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

    <p>Eosinophil presence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging finding is specifically indicative of central bronchiectasis in hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

    <p>Tree in bud pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Ivabradine?

    <p>Inhibits funny currents (Na+)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes diastolic dysfunction?

    <p>Filling defect with normal systolic function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions are most commonly associated with restrictive cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Hemochromatosis and amyloidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is typically associated with right-sided heart failure due to diastolic dysfunction?

    <p>Ascites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major complication of chronic constrictive pericarditis?

    <p>Restricted diastolic filling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In acute pericarditis, which ECG finding is characteristic?

    <p>Global ST elevation except in lead V1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of chronic constrictive pericarditis?

    <p>Post-viral infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recognized cause of restrictive cardiomyopathy?

    <p>HIV infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic finding in atrial tachycardia?

    <p>P wave just after T wave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is typically used for managing AVNRT?

    <p>Adenosine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cannot be considered a type of atrial fibrillation?

    <p>Transient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common complication of atrial fibrillation?

    <p>Thromboembolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is hemodynamically unstable atrial fibrillation primarily managed?

    <p>DC cardioversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is not associated with atrial fibrillation?

    <p>Identifiable P waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is noted about multifocal atrial tachycardia?

    <p>It shows 3 different morphologically abnormal P waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case of an unresponsive patient in ventricular fibrillation, what treatment is appropriate?

    <p>Defibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leads correspond to the high lateral wall of the heart?

    <p>I, aVL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What findings are indicative of an extensive antero high lateral myocardial infarction?

    <p>ST elevation in V2, V3, V4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by regular RR intervals and no P waves?

    <p>AVNRT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of narrow QRS tachycardia, what does a long RP interval with morphologically abnormal P waves indicate?

    <p>Focal atrial tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leads are affected by LAD (D2) corresponding to the anterior wall?

    <p>V2, V3, V4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is positive in Sjogren’s syndrome?

    <p>Cryoglobulinemia type 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic finding in AVNRT during examination?

    <p>P wave just outside QRS in 1/3rd of patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following leads shows ST elevation to indicate ST ↑ in I and aVL?

    <p>D1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in terms of joint involvement?

    <p>Inflammatory nature indicated by prolonged morning stiffness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Golden hour' typically refer to in acute coronary syndrome management?

    <p>The first medical contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint is not spared in the progression of rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>PIP joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint deformity is characterized by hyperextension of the PIP joint and flexion of the DIP joint?

    <p>Swan neck deformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a reversible deformity in rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Hitchhiker thumb deformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joints are typically spared in osteoarthritis?

    <p>MCP joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a positive ESR and CRP indicate in rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Markers for relapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which arthritis type typically involves the wrist and MCP joints but spares the DIP joints?

    <p>Rheumatoid arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ivabradine

    • Administered when heart rate exceeds 70 bpm and patient is on maximum β-blocker dosage.
    • Mechanism of action: Inhibits funny currents (Na+ channels).
    • Common side effect: Visual field abnormalities.
    • Not indicated: Combination of ACE inhibitor and neprilysin inhibitor (e.g., Omapatrilat), Digoxin, ventricular dysfunction.

    Heart Failure Types

    • Systolic dysfunction: Characterized by impaired pumping ability.
    • Diastolic dysfunction: Involves filling defects; typically follows systolic dysfunction.
    • Systolic issues often involve the left ventricle, while diastolic issues may involve right ventricle (RV > left ventricle (LV)).

    Diastolic Dysfunction

    • Leads to elevated right ventricular end-diastolic pressure (RVEDP) and right atrial pressure (RAP).
    • Symptoms include ascites, edema, jugular venous pressure (JVP), and hepatomegaly.
    • Conditions associated: Chronic constrictive pericarditis leads to more pronounced symptoms over time.

    Acute Pericarditis

    • Clinical features include elevated ST segment and chest pain.
    • ECG characteristics: Global concave ST elevation, especially in all leads except lead V1; absence of reciprocal changes; PR depression.
    • Causes: Typically post-viral (e.g., Coxsackie virus), uremia.
    • Prolonged episodes can evolve into chronic constrictive pericarditis characterized by a rigid, calcified pericardium.

    Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis (CCP)

    • Result of multiple relapses of acute pericarditis.
    • Symptoms include chronic right heart failure (RHF) manifestations: cachexia, ascites, edema, hepatomegaly.
    • Differential diagnoses: Restrictive cardiomyopathy linked to interstitial or intracellular accumulation disorders (e.g., amyloidosis, hemochromatosis).

    Acute Coronary Syndrome Management

    • Golden hour: Optimal intervention within 6 hours of first medical contact.
    • Diagnosis should be prioritized within this timeframe.

    Narrow QRS Tachycardia

    • Classified by rhythm:
      • Regular RR interval: Consider AV nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT) or AV reentrant tachycardia (AVRT).
      • Irregular RR interval: Atrial fibrillation, characterized by no identifiable P waves.
    • Management strategies vary:
      • AVNRT: First-line treatment includes adenosine; consider verapamil in COPD patients.
      • Atrial tachycardia: Treated with verapamil or β-blockers.

    Atrial Fibrillation (AF)

    • Findings include irregular RR intervals and absence of identifiable P waves.
    • Classified into types:
      • Paroxysmal: Lasts less than 7 days, reverts spontaneously.
      • Persistent: Lasts more than 7 days.
      • Permanent: Structural LA dilatation >4 cm; rhythm cannot revert.
    • Complications involve risk of thromboembolism.

    Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis

    • Inflammatory lung disorder; involves airway and parenchyma.
    • Characterized by absence of IgE/eosinophils; positive precipitin test.
    • Hallmarks: Non-caseating granulomas and varied HRCT density patterns, indicative of different stages of disease.

    Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    • Clinical features include bilateral symmetrical joint involvement (duration over 6 weeks).
    • Symptoms include inflammatory markers indicating morning stiffness.
    • Progressive deformities correlate with disease severity:
      • Reversible: Zigzag deformity; ulna deviation.
      • Irreversible: Boutonnière and swan neck deformities.

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    This quiz covers essential pharmacological aspects of ivabradine and its role in treating heart failure. It discusses the conditions under which ivabradine is prescribed, its mechanism of action, side effects, and contrasts it with other medications. Perfect for students or professionals looking to deepen their understanding of cardiac medications.

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