Harrison's Cardiovascular Medicine Part 2

This is Part 2 of the course and covers chapters 24 through the end of the book.

This concise, full-color textbook delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison’s. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation.

Features:

• Current, complete coverage of essential cardiovascular medicine topics, including Diagnosis of Cardiovascular Disorders, Heart Rhythm Disturbances, Disorders of the Heart, and Disorders of the Vasculature
• An important opening section “Introduction to Cardiovascular Disorders” that provides a systems overview, beginning with the basic biology of the cardiovascular system, followed by epidemiology of cardiovascular diseases, and approach to the patient
• Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management
• 108 high-yield questions and answers drawn from Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e
• Content updates and new developments since the publication of Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e
• 44 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of cardiovascular medicine
• Helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance

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On completion of this course the participant should be able to:
1. List six systemic disorders that manifest in the heart.
2. Name three major manifestations in patients with acute rheumatic fever.
3. List three symptoms of acute pulmonary edema.
4. Discuss the probability of successful resuscitation from cardiac arrest when there has been loss of circulation for more than 5 minutes.
5. Describe the role of lipoproteins in the human body.
6. Describe the management plan in patients with stable angina pectoris.
7. List the three temporal stages in myocardial infarction.
8. Define and discuss the five stages of blood pressure classifications.
9. List six classes of drugs used to treat hypertension.
10. Name three causes of peripheral artery disease.