#1
Which of the following is a risk factor for coronary artery disease?
High HDL cholesterol levels
Regular physical activity
Smoking
Consumption of fruits and vegetables
#2
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
Arrhythmia
Myocardial infarction
Angina pectoris
Atherosclerosis
#3
Which of the following medications is commonly used to lower cholesterol levels?
Aspirin
Warfarin
Statins
Insulin
#4
What is the term for a condition where fatty deposits accumulate in the inner lining of arteries?
Aneurysm
Angina pectoris
Atherosclerosis
Arrhythmia
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of coronary artery disease?
Frequent urination
Nausea and vomiting
Dizziness
Chest pain or discomfort
#6
What is the function of the coronary arteries?
To pump blood to the lungs
To carry oxygenated blood to the heart muscle
To regulate blood pressure
To filter blood from impurities
#7
What is the term for the hardening and narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup?
Aneurysm
Arteriosclerosis
Atherosclerosis
Arrhythmia
#8
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of coronary artery disease?
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Increased appetite
#9
What is the role of nitroglycerin in the treatment of angina?
To reduce blood pressure
To dilate coronary arteries
To prevent blood clot formation
To decrease heart rate
#10
What is the main cause of atherosclerosis?
High levels of HDL cholesterol
Inflammation in the blood vessels
Regular physical activity
Low blood pressure
#11
Which of the following is a lifestyle modification that can help prevent coronary artery disease?
Smoking cessation
Increased alcohol consumption
Sedentary lifestyle
High intake of saturated fats
#12
Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?
Obesity
High blood pressure
Genetics
Physical inactivity
#13
What is the primary goal of revascularization procedures like angioplasty?
To remove blood clots
To repair damaged heart valves
To restore blood flow to the heart muscle
To regulate heart rhythm
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of stable angina?
Occurs at rest
Predictable pattern of chest pain
Lasts longer than 30 minutes
Accompanied by shortness of breath
#15
Which of the following is a diagnostic test for coronary artery disease?
MRI
Echocardiogram
Angiography
Thyroid function test
#16
What is the function of beta-blockers in the management of coronary artery disease?
To reduce blood pressure
To inhibit blood clot formation
To dilate blood vessels
To decrease heart rate
#17
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated coronary artery disease?
Hypertension
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Heart failure
Hypothyroidism
#18
What is the term for a temporary interruption in blood flow to the brain?
Myocardial infarction
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Aneurysm
Thrombosis
#19
Which of the following imaging techniques uses radioactive tracers to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle?
MRI
Echocardiogram
PET scan
CT angiography