#1
Which of the following is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
High blood pressure
Regular exercise
Healthy diet
Adequate sleep
#2
What is the recommended range for a healthy resting heart rate in adults?
60-70 beats per minute
80-100 beats per minute
110-120 beats per minute
130-140 beats per minute
#3
Which of the following lifestyle habits is most closely associated with reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease?
Regular physical activity
High consumption of red meat
Frequent alcohol consumption
Smoking
#4
Which of the following is a common risk factor for both cardiovascular disease and stroke?
Regular exercise
High blood pressure
Adequate sleep
Low cholesterol levels
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD)?
Chest pain
Leg cramping or pain during walking
Persistent cough
Numbness in the arms
#6
What is the leading cause of heart attacks?
Obesity
Stress
Coronary artery disease
Smoking
#7
Which of the following statements about CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is true?
It is used to treat high blood pressure
It is used to treat diabetes
It is used to revive someone who has stopped breathing or whose heart has stopped
It is used to treat pneumonia
#8
Which medication is commonly administered during a heart attack emergency to prevent blood clotting?
Aspirin
Antibiotics
Insulin
Antihistamines
#9
What is the purpose of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations?
To administer CPR
To perform surgery
To restore normal heart rhythm by delivering an electric shock
To control bleeding
#10
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with a heart attack?
Sudden chest pain or discomfort
Shortness of breath
Persistent cough
Nausea or vomiting
#11
What does the term 'defibrillation' refer to in emergency cardiovascular care?
A surgical procedure to remove plaque from arteries
The process of restoring a normal heartbeat by delivering an electric shock to the heart
Administering medication to regulate heart rhythm
Performing chest compressions to circulate blood
#12
What is the purpose of the acronym 'FAST' in stroke recognition?
To indicate the four main types of stroke
To describe the stages of stroke recovery
To identify the warning signs of stroke: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, Time to call emergency services
To indicate the urgency of seeking medical attention
#13
What is the primary function of the coronary arteries?
To regulate blood pressure
To carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle
To remove waste products from the blood
To transport nutrients to the heart
#14
Which of the following statements about hypertension (high blood pressure) is true?
It is considered normal for adults to have consistently high blood pressure
It increases the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular diseases
It is a condition that primarily affects children and adolescents
It can be cured completely with medication
#15
What is the main purpose of the term 'cardiac catheterization' in diagnosing heart conditions?
To measure blood pressure
To perform surgery on the heart
To inject dye into the coronary arteries and visualize blood flow
To administer medication