Cardiovascular Disorders and Dysrhythmias Quiz

High-fiber diet is not a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.

Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia.

Lisinopril is commonly used to treat hypertension.

The primary function of the left ventricle of the heart is to pump oxygenated blood to the body.

Myocardial infarction is the medical term for a heart attack.

Aneurysm is the term for the abnormal enlargement or bulging of a blood vessel, often due to weakness in the vessel wall.

Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood effectively.

The normal range for the resting heart rate in adults is 60-80 beats per minute.

The role of the sinoatrial (SA) node is to regulate the heart rate and serve as the heart's natural pacemaker.

Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Tachycardia is an abnormally fast heart rhythm, typically greater than 100 beats per minute.

Pulmonary edema is the condition characterized by an accumulation of fluid in the lungs.

Ventricular fibrillation is considered a medical emergency.

CT (Computed Tomography) angiography is often used to diagnose cardiovascular diseases by visualizing the coronary arteries.

Aortic dissection is NOT a potential complication of atrial fibrillation.

CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) is a surgical procedure to treat coronary artery disease by improving blood flow to the heart.

Cortisol is released in response to stress and can increase heart rate and blood pressure.

Atherosclerosis is the primary cause of peripheral artery disease (PAD).