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Cannon A waves during AVNRT on Physical Exam
In AVNRT, the atria and ventricles contract nearly simultaneously
EKG of the same ... excludes other differentials ... that’s called “clinical ... #JVP #Cardiology ... #Neck #Frog #Sign
Bradycardia
1) First Steps: IV, O2, Monitors, ECG, Pads on patient, Crash Cart in room. Is patient
O2, Monitors, ECG ... worsening brady, Signs ... <90, AMS, SOB from ... bradycardia #diagnosis #differential ... #management #cardiology
Syncope is a sudden, transient loss of consciousness, which is thought to be secondary to cerebral
syncope (ruling out differential ... adverse events from ... further guide management ... orthostatic vital sign ... should be guided by clinical
Algorithm for Management of Head Injuries in Children
Primary survey:
 • Airway and cervical spine
 • Breathing
Algorithm for Management ... of vomiting • Clinical ... fontanelle • Sign ... skull fracture, e.g ... #Algorithm #Management
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
Signs of congestion ... ECG is vital while ... #diagnosis #differential ... #algorithm #management ... #cardiology #treatment
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
complications from ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... Change in clinical ... one post op Cardiology ... medical and surgical management
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM)

What is PPCM?
• A form of acute systolic heart failure that develops late in
1 & Activin A (from ... , selenium) Differential ... edema resulting from ... recognition and management ... Cardiomyopathy #Cardiology