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what are the 2 MC SE's of statin use & assoc'd labs
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hepatotoxicity: elevated LFTs
myositis: elevated CPK |
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which BP medication should be avoided in px with ischemic stroke or SAH b/c of the increase in ICP
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nitroprusside
nitroglycerin |
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what are the indications for surgical repair of aortic aneurysm
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diameter > 5.5 cm for men
diameter > 5.0 cm for women diameter increase by more than 5 mm in 6 months sx'c (e.g. tenderness, pain in abdomen or back) |
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What are the components of management of peripheral artery disease (PAD)
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smoking cessation
exercise (to increase collateral flow) glucose & BP control cilastozol (improve flow to LE & decr claudication) ASA or clopidogrel + statin (to reduce CV events) |
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how do confirm Dx of aortic dissection
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CT - chest with contrast
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Who should be screened for an AAA
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MEN 65-75 y/o with h/o smoking
SX'C PT's (e.g. pulsatile abdominal mass) |
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What study should be ordered for a pt suspected of having a AAA
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ultrasound
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what is the next best step in the management of a px with a DVT that has a high likelihood of falling
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IVC filter
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