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ts19998

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on: Jul 18, 2018
What cardiac dysrhythmia is associated with stroke causing a thromboembolism in a patient with cardiac valvular disease?
 
  a. Atrial fibrillation
  b. Enlarged aortic arch
  c. Median sternotomy
  d. Post-pump psychosis

Question 2

A mediastinoscopy may be performed using a needle and syringe.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the most common cardiac dysrhythmias. Following cardiac surgery, about 30 of patients will convert to this rhythm. Patients with AF are at very high risk of stroke caused by an embolus, congested heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and death.

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ANS: F
To prevent needless thoracotomy, mediastinoscopy is performed for direct visualization of the bronchus and carina.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 18, 2018
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