Practice Questions

Canine Cardiology CHF Algorithm for Triage and Follow-Up

This cardiology landing page is for students and early-career clinicians who need a clean CHF decision flow. It summarizes first-line priorities, reassessment checkpoints, and where to expand workup.

Open CHF Staging Planner Review CHF Practice Path

Last reviewed: February 13, 2026

High-Level Algorithm

  1. Stabilize first: oxygen support, stress reduction, and immediate perfusion assessment.
  2. Differentiate respiratory distress causes with focused imaging and exam findings.
  3. Initiate initial CHF-directed therapy and document early response markers.
  4. Set recheck timing and owner communication plan based on stage pattern.

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Educational only. This algorithm is a learning scaffold and does not replace full cardiac diagnostics, specialist consultation, or patient-specific judgment.