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#69 Inpatient Heart Failure: 5 Pearls Segment

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

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Managing Heart Failure: Key Insights and Interventions

This chapter explores the crucial role of brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels in diagnosing and managing congestive heart failure, particularly for inpatient care. It discusses the importance of monitoring various parameters, including creatinine and sodium levels, while emphasizing the implications of guideline-directed medical therapy, especially regarding the use of beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors. The chapter advocates for a nuanced approach to treatment adjustments to improve patient outcomes during heart failure exacerbations.

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