Cardiology 0 Created on August 05, 2023 By finitequest Cardiology the study of the heart 1 / 10 Which lifestyle factor is NOT associated with a reduced risk of heart disease? Regular physical exercise Healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables Smoking cessation High-stress levels and lack of sleep 2 / 10 What is the primary function of the coronary arteries? To pump blood to the lungs To supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle To filter impurities from the blood To regulate blood pressure 3 / 10 Which of the following is a medical emergency characterized by rapid and irregular heartbeats? Atrial fibrillation Ventricular fibrillation Heart block Supraventricular tachycardia 4 / 10 What is the term for the condition where fatty deposits build up in the arteries, leading to reduced blood flow? Atherosclerosis Cardiomyopathy Angina Myocardial infarction 5 / 10 Which of the following imaging tests is commonly used to assess the structure and function of the heart? Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Computed Tomography (CT) scan Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan 6 / 10 What is the function of the heart’s valves? To regulate blood sugar levels To prevent the backflow of blood To prevent the backflow of blood To aid in digestion 7 / 10 A condition characterized by high blood pressure is known as: Hypotension Hyperglycemia Hypertension Hypoglycemia 8 / 10 Which of the following chambers of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the rest of the body? Left atrium Right atrium Left ventricle Right ventricle 9 / 10 What is the medical term for an irregular heartbeat? Bradycardia Tachycardia Arrhythmia Ischemia 10 / 10 Which of the following is the most common symptom of a heart attack? Chest pain or discomfort Shortness of breath Nausea and vomiting Fatigue and weakness Your score isThe average score is 0% LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte 0% Restart quiz
