IHD

Question 1

stable accumulation of flow restriction

Answer 1

angina

Question 2

death from cardiogenic shock

Answer 2

inadequate systemic perfusion as a result of cardiac dysfunction
acute MI

Question 3

clinical diagnosis of angina

Answer 3

visceral pain from myocardial hypoxia
characteristic patterns of provocation, relief, timing
characteristic background
pressing, squeezing, heaviness, weight
radiating: arms, back, neck, jaw, teeth
pain on exertion, stress, cold wind, after meals

Question 4

tests for angina

Answer 4

exercise testing
perfusion scanning
CT angiography

Question 5

management of angina

Answer 5

drugs: aspirin, BB, statin, ACEi
GTN spray
lifestyle