#1
Which vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?
Artery
ExplanationArteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.
#2
What is the main function of arteries?
To carry blood away from the heart
ExplanationArteries' main function is to carry blood away from the heart.
#3
Which of the following is not a major artery in the human body?
Cephalic artery
ExplanationCephalic artery is not a major artery in the human body.
#4
What is the average adult heart rate at rest?
60-100 beats per minute
ExplanationAverage adult heart rate at rest is 60-100 beats per minute.
#5
Which artery supplies blood to the brain?
Carotid artery
ExplanationCarotid artery supplies blood to the brain.
#6
What is the name of the artery that supplies blood to the kidneys?
Renal artery
ExplanationRenal artery supplies blood to the kidneys.
#7
What is the largest artery in the human body?
Aorta
ExplanationAorta is the largest artery in the human body.
#8
Which of the following is true about arterial blood sampling?
It is typically done to measure oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood
ExplanationArterial blood sampling is typically done to measure oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
#9
Which of the following is not a symptom of arterial insufficiency?
Swelling in the affected limb
ExplanationSwelling in the affected limb is not a symptom of arterial insufficiency.
#10
What is the medical term for a blocked artery?
Thrombosis
ExplanationThrombosis is the medical term for a blocked artery.
#11
Which of the following is a technique used for arterial blood sampling?
Arterial line placement
ExplanationArterial line placement is a technique used for arterial blood sampling.
#12
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing arterial thrombosis?
High blood pressure
ExplanationHigh blood pressure is a risk factor for developing arterial thrombosis.