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RCIS Exam Prep2024/2025
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, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
True or False: During a left heart biopsy you should give heparin. Ans- Yes, 5000IU to
avoid thrombi going to the brain
What is the maximum annual Radiation exposure? Ans- 5 REM
What is the therapeutic INR range for someone on warfarin/coumadin? Ans- 2.0-3.0
What is a normal INR for someone not on coumadin/warfarin? Ans- INR 0.6-1.2
When using FFR, what drug is given and how is it delivered? Ans- Adenosine causes
hyperemia (Increased blood flow to the tissues.
Can be delivered by either IV or IC
What are the pros and cons of a mechanical aortic valve? Ans- Pros: last longer
Cons: Prone to thrombus formation
Why would you use Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CTR) pacing device (such as
biventricular pacing)? How many leads does it use? Where are they placed? Ans- uses 2-3
leads
placed through a vein in the RA, RV and into coronal sinus vein to pace the LV A CRT device
sends small electrical impulses to both lower chambers of the heart to help them beat
together in a more synchronized pattern.
What are the angioplasty guidewire calibers? Ans- 0.014-0.018 inch
When can you detect Myoglobin after an MI? Ans- * 2-4 hours after symptom onset *
normal in 24-36 hours
What is the diameter of the standard J wire? Ans- 0.035
What is the Warfarin ( Coumadin) antagonist? Ans- vitamin K
When shooting a LIMA, the cuff should be? Ans- Isolateral (same side as LIMA) left
arm
What is the usual time for restenosis to occur? Ans- within 6 months
What size is the red sheath? Ans- *4F-red
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