Cardiology Clinical medicine Definition and cardiovascular rationale Smoking cessation is the complete discontinuation of tobacco smoking, with avoidance of second hand smoke and, where possible…

…about 7.20. Different targets apply when the intracranial pressure is raised: normocapnia (PaCO₂ 4.5–5.0 kPa) and avoidance of hypoxia, since hypercapnia…

…μg/kg/minute. Use the lowest possible dose, avoiding prolonged use (<2 3 days), and monitor the patient closely to avoid cyanide toxicity. • Dose…

…revascularization, while avoiding unnecessary procedural complications and bleeding in those at lower risk or in whom the hazards of revascularization outweigh its potential benefit. A…

…reassurance; exercise training; volume expansion; avoidance of cardiac stimulants. Beta blockers have been used for symptomatic patients, but effective doses may produce troublesome chronic fatigue…

…a low salt, low cholesterol diet, regular physical activity, avoidance of smoking, and adequate sleep. The process should begin early in life. Primordial prevention in…