FPS Quiz 7 (Morris)

What is the recommended treatment for suspected Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis?

Antibiotics of any route to complete 2 weeks (Cefotaxime, Augmentin, Rifaximin, Cefdinir)

5 days IV antibiotics (Cefotaxime, Cefepine) minimum

No treatment unless paracentesis shows ascitic fluid with >250 PMN’s/ mm3

Rifaximin twice daily for life

A 71 y/o female is seen in the ED with a BP of 184/122, complaining of chest tightness. Her EKG does not show signs of ischemia. What is the best acute treatment for her condition?

Hydralazine IVP

Nifedipine SL

Labetalol IVP

Nicardipine drip

A 71 year old male is admitted for new onset A-fib with RVR . He began feeling palpitations 6 hours prior to admission. He has a history of CAD with a stent placed 13 years ago and controlled hypertension. He plays tennis 3 times per week and has no pulmonary disease or other health issues. He has 5 drinks per week. He has no personal or family history of thromboembolic disease or coagulopathy. What would be acceptable first line treatments for his afib (CAN CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE)

Cardioversion within 48 hours + ASA

Cardioversion within 48 hours + factor Xa inhibitor

Rate control with a CCB or BB + ASA

Rate control with a CCB or BB + factor Xa inhibitor

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