#1
Which of the following is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?
Regular exercise
High blood pressure
Healthy diet
Normal cholesterol levels
#2
Which chamber of the heart receives oxygen-rich blood from the lungs?
Left atrium
Right atrium
Left ventricle
Right ventricle
#3
What is the common symptom of a myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
Persistent cough
Chest pain or discomfort
Headache
Muscle weakness
#4
Which medication is commonly prescribed to reduce cholesterol levels?
Aspirin
Insulin
Statins
Antibiotics
#5
Which lifestyle modification is recommended for preventing cardiovascular diseases?
Regular physical activity
Excessive alcohol consumption
High intake of saturated fats
Sedentary lifestyle
#6
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypotension
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
#7
What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?
Regulate body temperature
Transport oxygen and nutrients to cells
Facilitate digestion
Eliminate waste from the body
#8
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with hypertension?
Encourage high sodium intake
Promote smoking cessation
Advocate for a sedentary lifestyle
Encourage excessive alcohol consumption
#9
What is the role of nitroglycerin in the management of angina?
Decreases heart rate
Dilates blood vessels
Increases blood pressure
Thickens blood
#10
Which condition is characterized by an irregular heartbeat?
Hypertension
Atherosclerosis
Arrhythmia
Hyperlipidemia
#11
Which diagnostic test is commonly used to assess cardiac function?
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Echocardiogram
Colonoscopy
Spirometry
#12
What is the primary focus of cardiac rehabilitation?
Weight loss
Management of diabetes
Restoring physical function
Improving lung capacity
#13
What is the action of ACE inhibitors in cardiovascular health?
Decrease heart rate
Decrease blood pressure
Increase blood clotting
Increase cholesterol levels
#14
What is the primary role of a pacemaker in cardiovascular health?
Regulate blood pressure
Strengthen heart muscles
Restore normal heart rhythm
Increase oxygen supply
#15
Which medication is commonly administered during acute myocardial infarction to dissolve blood clots?
Aspirin
Warfarin
Heparin
Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)
#16
What is the primary purpose of antiplatelet medications in cardiovascular care?
Lower blood pressure
Dissolve blood clots
Prevent blood clot formation
Strengthen heart muscles
#17
Which imaging technique is commonly used to assess coronary artery disease?
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Computed tomography (CT) angiography
Ultrasound
X-ray