#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?
Sudden onset of severe headache
Persistent dry cough
Chest pain or discomfort
Blurred vision
#2
What is the recommended initial action when suspecting someone is having a heart attack?
Give them aspirin to chew
Administer insulin injection
Offer a glass of water
Perform CPR immediately
#3
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?
High blood pressure
Regular exercise
Smoking
Obesity
#4
What is the recommended first aid for someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest?
Start chest compressions
Administer nitroglycerin
Check their blood sugar level
Perform mouth-to-mouth breathing
#5
What is the primary cause of myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
Coronary artery spasm
Infection
Blood clot blocking a coronary artery
Hypertension
#6
Which of the following is a symptom of congestive heart failure?
Low blood pressure
Increased urine output
Shortness of breath
Increased appetite
#7
What is the primary cause of atrial fibrillation?
Coronary artery disease
Electrolyte imbalance
Abnormal electrical signals in the heart
Pulmonary embolism
#8
Which heart rhythm is considered life-threatening and requires immediate defibrillation?
Sinus rhythm
Ventricular fibrillation
Atrial flutter
Premature ventricular contractions
#9
What is the recommended ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for adults?
15 compressions to 2 breaths
30 compressions to 2 breaths
10 compressions to 1 breath
5 compressions to 1 breath
#10
Which of the following diagnostic tests can detect blockages in coronary arteries?
Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Pulmonary function test (PFT)
Coronary angiography
#11
What is the term for a sudden cessation of heart activity requiring prompt medical intervention?
Aortic dissection
Arrhythmia
Cardiac tamponade
Cardiac arrest
#12
During cardiac arrest, what does the 'C' stand for in the acronym 'CPR'?
Chest
Compression
Consciousness
Circulation
#13
What is the recommended position for a person experiencing chest pain and suspected of having a heart attack?
Sitting upright
Lying flat on the back
Lying on the left side
Lying on the right side
#14
What is the term for the surgical procedure to open blocked arteries and restore normal blood flow to the heart?
Cardiac catheterization
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
Valvuloplasty
#15
Which medication is commonly administered to help dissolve blood clots during a heart attack?
Atropine
Epinephrine
Streptokinase
Diazepam
#16
Which of the following is a symptom of cardiac tamponade?
Hypertension
Tachypnea
Hypoglycemia
Muffled heart sounds
#17
Which of the following is a common side effect of nitroglycerin administration?
Increased heart rate
Hypertension
Headache
Low blood sugar
#18
What is the primary goal of cardiac rehabilitation programs?
To perform invasive procedures
To promote lifestyle changes and improve heart health
To administer medications
To perform emergency surgeries
#19
Which of the following is a primary risk factor for developing atherosclerosis?
Regular exercise
High levels of HDL cholesterol
Smoking
A diet low in saturated fats