…The probability of MI increases continuously as the absolute hs cTn concentration rises. Early absolute changes over 1 hour provide diagnostic information that supplements the…

…to clopidogrel; reducing the dose of prasugrel; extending DAPT beyond 12 months in carefully selected patients with high ischemic risk and low bleeding risk. These…

Initial Focus: High potency statin therapy is foundational unless contraindicated. Combination Therapy: Ezetimibe is the next step if LDL C targets are not met with…

…for hypertensive emergencies due to the high risk of reflex sympathetic stimulation. Drug Hydralazine Brand names Apresoline ®, Bidil ® Mechanism of action • Induces arteriolar…

…primarily reflect cholesterol content. The amount of cholesterol carried by individual particles varies according to particle size and composition. As a result, apoB and cholesterol…

…to as ischemic cardiomyopathy (Dilated Cardiomyopathy). Ventricular dilation leads to dilation of the mitral annulus and papillary muscle displacement (i.e the distance between the…

…delirium tremens has historically carried a high mortality. With modern sedation, supportive treatment and treatment of the precipitating illness the prognosis is considerably better [3…

…Cuff width ≥ 40% of the upper arm circumference — a cuff that is too narrow gives a falsely high reading The cuff at heart level Measure…

…withdrawal carries a risk of rebound. The referring physician should have made this decision; document which applies. Nitroglycerin is continued; note it in the report…

…too high. 2. Palpate the acromion . The injection site lies 2–3 fingerbreadths (about 5 cm) below the lower border of the acromion , in the…