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Which factor is associated with a higher incidence of heart disease among races?

  • Incidence is equal among all races
  • African-Americans have a higher incidence than Caucasians (correct)
  • Caucasians have higher incidence than Africans
  • Latinos have the lowest incidence overall
  • What primary cause of heart failure is linked to insufficient blood flow to the heart?

  • High blood cholesterol
  • Pulmonary hypertension (correct)
  • Physical inactivity
  • Cigarette smoking
  • What is a common early sign of heart failure?

  • Increased appetite
  • Dizziness upon standing
  • Neck vein engorgement (correct)
  • Severe headaches
  • Which modifiable risk factor can increase myocardial oxygen demand?

    <p>Obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT considered a primary cause of heart failure?

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is associated with increased myocardial oxygen supply?

    <p>Increasing blood flow to the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lifestyle choice is a modifiable risk factor for heart failure?

    <p>Cigarette smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of left-sided heart failure?

    <p>Left ventricles are unable to pump effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is strictly prohibited concerning the Tranx CN transcriptions?

    <p>Reproducing, imitating, altering or tampering any information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is permitted to utilize the Tranx CN according to the guidelines?

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    <p>Immediate termination of access to the transcriptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Tranx CN team emphasize about the information provided in the transcripts?

    <p>It is subject to quality control but may contain errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is advised when using the Tranx CN resources?

    <p>Use them alongside other educational materials provided by the college</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of responsibility does the Tranx CN team disclaim regarding the transcripts?

    <p>Complete accuracy and reliability of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the features of the Tranx CN service provided to students?

    <p>The ability to download and print the Tranx CN</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is stated about the liability of the college faculty regarding the transcripts?

    <p>They have no liability for inadvertent mistakes or misinformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most critical treatment intervention for a hypertensive emergency?

    <p>Intravenous vasodilators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms is specifically associated with signs of congestion in cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Pulsus alterans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes hypertensive urgency from hypertensive emergency?

    <p>Presence of signs of organ damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an unintended complication of high blood pressure in cardiomyopathy patients?

    <p>Congestive heart failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is a fast-acting agent used in managing hypertensive urgency?

    <p>Guanfacine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition develops when lipids accumulate and migrate into smooth muscle cells?

    <p>Fatty streak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lesion is characterized by plaque rupture and thrombus formation?

    <p>Complicated lesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary goal in the management of cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Reduce fluid intake if congestion is observed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic procedure is not commonly used for assessing cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Electroencephalogram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sign is commonly associated with left-sided heart failure?

    <p>Crackles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a likely result of fibrous plaque formation in blood vessels?

    <p>Reduced blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intervention involves surgery to manage severe obstructive conditions in cardiomyopathy?

    <p>Left ventricular outflow tract surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management strategy is crucial for controlling coronary artery disease risk factors?

    <p>Medication adherence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In right-sided heart failure, which sign is most likely to be observed?

    <p>Increased HR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does chronic endothelial injury have on blood vessels?

    <p>Decreased function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment approach for significant coronary artery disease?

    <p>A combination of lifestyle changes and medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following signs is indicative of right-sided heart failure?

    <p>Edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs is classified as a beta-adrenergic blocker for managing CAD?

    <p>Atenolol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym RIFLE stand for in the context of kidney function?

    <p>Risk, Injury, Failure, Loss of kidney function, End-stage kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a cause of acute kidney injury?

    <p>Chronic - long-standing inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase follows the oliguric phase in acute kidney injury?

    <p>Diuretic Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patient demographic factors can increase the risk of acute ischemic stroke?

    <p>Age, Gender, Race</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common warning sign associated with thrombosis in acute ischemic stroke?

    <p>Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is classified as a modifiable risk factor for thromboembolic events?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the characteristic of emboli in acute ischemic stroke?

    <p>They often occur suddenly without any activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a clinical manifestation of acute ischemic stroke?

    <p>Hemiplegia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of embolic stroke?

    <p>Athletic training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of thrombosis is most commonly associated with acute ischemic stroke?

    <p>Small artery thrombosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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