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| Quinolones such as ciprofloxacin are known to have what type of affect on the heart? |
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| Ibuprofen consideration in cardiac patients? |
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| Causes sodium retention! Increased BP, edema, really contraindicated in CHF patients. |
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| Splits (s2) should never be ______- |
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| What BP medication is contraindicated in CHF patients? |
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rich in fruits, veggies, and low fat dairy
reduced content of saturated and total fat. |
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| Cornerstone of CHF therapy? |
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| What is the rationale behind using Beta blocker therapy for HF? |
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| Reduce the effects of circulating catecholamines. |
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| This drug is used in HF and has a positive inotropic effect. |
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| EKG changes typically seen with digoxin therapeutic dose. |
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prolongation of PR interval
cuppted ST segment |
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| ECG findings with Dig toxicity? |
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| Spironolactone is a ________ ________? |
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