#1
Which of the following is a common risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
High blood pressure
Strong immune system
Regular exercise
Vegetarian diet
#2
What is the purpose of a stress test in cardiovascular assessment?
To measure blood pressure
To assess heart function during physical activity
To visualize the coronary arteries
To measure cholesterol levels
#3
Which of the following is a symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD)?
Chest pain
Leg pain while walking
Shortness of breath
Dizziness
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of heart failure?
Increased appetite
Swelling in the ankles and legs
Low blood pressure
Fast heart rate
#5
What is the main function of the sinoatrial (SA) node in the heart?
Conduction of electrical impulses to the ventricles
Regulation of blood pressure
Initiation of the heartbeat
Prevention of blood clot formation
#6
What does the term 'auscultation' mean in cardiovascular assessment?
Visual inspection
Palpation
Listening with a stethoscope
Measuring blood pressure
#7
Which cardiac enzyme is specifically elevated in myocardial infarction?
Troponin
CK-MB
Myoglobin
LDH
#8
What is the normal range for ejection fraction in a healthy heart?
#9
Which imaging modality is commonly used to assess cardiac structure and function?
CT scan
MRI
X-ray
Ultrasound
#10
Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
Smoking
Obesity
Age
Physical inactivity
#11
What does the term 'angina pectoris' refer to?
Chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle
Abnormal heart rhythm
Inflammation of the heart muscle
Blocked coronary artery
#12
What does the term 'pericardium' refer to?
The innermost layer of the heart
The muscular layer of the heart
The sac surrounding the heart
The main pumping chamber of the heart
#13
Which condition is characterized by the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries?
Atherosclerosis
Thrombosis
Arrhythmia
Embolism
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of unstable angina?
Pain relieved by rest or medication
Pain lasting for less than 5 minutes
Pain occurring predictably during exercise
Pain increasing in severity and frequency
#15
Which condition is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs due to impaired heart function?
Pulmonary embolism
Pneumothorax
Pulmonary edema
Pleurisy