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tags: [cardiology, arrhythmias, ecg, emergencies, copilot]
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# Arrhythmia Quick Questions
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type: shortform
tags: [cardiology, basics, ecg, pharmacology, copilot]
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# Cardiology Quick Questions
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id: CARD-SF004
specialty: cardiology
topic: ecg
difficulty: medium
type: shortform
tags: [cardiology, ecg, diagnosis, emergencies, copilot]
created: 2025-01-09
lastUpdated: 2025-01-09
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# ECG Interpretation Quick Questions

## Question 1
Which ECG finding best predicts anterior STEMI?
A) ST elevation V1-V4
B) ST elevation II, III, aVF
C) ST elevation I, aVL
D) ST elevation V5-V6

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<summary>Answer</summary>
A) ST elevation V1-V4 - LAD territory
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## Question 2
Wellens' syndrome T-wave pattern suggests:
A) Proximal LAD stenosis
B) Right coronary occlusion
C) Left circumflex lesion
D) Pulmonary embolism

<details>
<summary>Answer</summary>
A) Proximal LAD stenosis - Critical finding requiring urgent cath
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## Question 3
Delta wave indicates:
A) WPW syndrome
B) Bundle branch block
C) Hyperkalemia
D) Pericarditis

<details>
<summary>Answer</summary>
A) WPW syndrome - Pre-excitation pattern
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## Question 4
S1Q3T3 pattern suggests:
A) Acute MI
B) Pulmonary embolism
C) Left ventricular hypertrophy
D) Right bundle branch block

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<summary>Answer</summary>
B) Pulmonary embolism - Classic but not sensitive finding
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## Question 5
Normal QTc range in milliseconds:
A) 350-450
B) 450-550
C) 550-650
D) 250-350

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<summary>Answer</summary>
A) 350-450 - >500ms increases arrhythmia risk
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## References
- ACC/AHA STEMI Guidelines 2022
- Heart Rhythm Society Guidelines 2023
- NEJM 2021: "ECG Interpretation in Acute Cardiac Care"
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id: CARD-SF003
specialty: cardiology
topic: medications
difficulty: easy
type: shortform
tags: [cardiology, pharmacology, treatment, copilot]
created: 2025-01-09
lastUpdated: 2025-01-09
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# Cardiac Medications Quick Questions

## Question 1
Which ACE inhibitor has highest tissue penetration?
A) Lisinopril
B) Ramipril
C) Enalapril
D) Quinapril

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<summary>Answer</summary>
B) Ramipril - Highest tissue ACE inhibition
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## Question 2
Direct renin inhibitor available for hypertension:
A) Aliskiren
B) Valsartan
C) Spironolactone
D) Eplerenone

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<summary>Answer</summary>
A) Aliskiren - Only approved direct renin inhibitor
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## Question 3
Calcium channel blocker least likely to cause edema:
A) Amlodipine
B) Nifedipine
C) Diltiazem
D) Felodipine

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<summary>Answer</summary>
C) Diltiazem - Non-dihydropyridine causes less edema
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## Question 4
SGLT2 inhibitor with proven mortality benefit in HFrEF:
A) Canagliflozin
B) Dapagliflozin
C) Empagliflozin
D) B and C

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<summary>Answer</summary>
D) B and C - DAPA-HF and EMPEROR-Reduced trials
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## Question 5
Most potent statin for LDL reduction:
A) Atorvastatin
B) Rosuvastatin
C) Simvastatin
D) Pravastatin

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<summary>Answer</summary>
B) Rosuvastatin - Highest potency per mg
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## References
- ACC/AHA Guidelines 2023
- ESC Guidelines 2022
- NEJM 2021: "Contemporary Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy"

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