#1
What does the abbreviation 'CABG' stand for in cardiovascular medicine?
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
ExplanationSurgical procedure to improve blood flow to the heart by bypassing blocked arteries.
#2
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
ExplanationElevated pressure in the arteries, leading to potential health issues.
#3
Which artery supplies oxygenated blood to the heart muscle itself?
Coronary artery
ExplanationArtery providing oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.
#4
What is the medical term for a blood clot that forms in a vein deep inside the body?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
ExplanationClot formation in deep veins, potentially leading to serious complications.
#5
What is the term for the temporary cessation of breathing during sleep, often associated with snoring?
Sleep apnea
ExplanationBreathing pauses during sleep, leading to disrupted sleep patterns.
#6
Which term refers to the death of heart muscle tissue due to lack of blood supply?
Myocardial infarction
ExplanationHeart attack resulting from blocked blood flow to the heart.
#7
Which of the following terms describes a rapid and irregular heart rate?
Tachycardia
ExplanationFast and irregular heartbeat often signaling a heart problem.
#8
Which of the following terms refers to the inability of the heart to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs?
Heart failure
ExplanationCondition where the heart can't adequately pump blood.
#9
What is the medical term for inflammation of the inner lining of the heart?
Endocarditis
ExplanationInflammation of the heart's inner lining, often due to infection.
#10
What does the term 'holter monitor' in cardiology refer to?
Portable device for monitoring heart activity over a period
ExplanationWearable device for continuous monitoring of heart's electrical activity.
#11
Which valve separates the left atrium from the left ventricle in the heart?
Mitral valve
ExplanationValve controlling blood flow between the heart's left atrium and ventricle.