Cardiac Arrhythmias Quiz
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Which of the following symptoms did Mr. Wright experience before his fall?

  • Numbness in his right hand
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness (correct)

What medical conditions does Mr. Wright have?

  • Rheumatoid arthritis and asthma
  • Hyperlipidemia and osteoarthritis
  • Systolic hypertension and hyperlipidemia (correct)
  • Type 2 diabetes and hypertension

How long did Mr. Wright's symptoms last before they resolved?

  • 10-15 minutes (correct)
  • 1 hour
  • 30 minutes
  • 2 hours

What is Mr. Wright's main concern after his fall?

<p>Having a stroke (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr. Wright's age?

<p>70 years old (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common cause of collapse?

<p>Alcohol intoxication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of syncope?

<p>Cardiac syncope (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of collapse?

<p>Intussusception (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended position for someone experiencing syncope?

<p>Supine position (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of syncope?

<p>Flushed appearance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a precipitating factor for seizures?

<p>Stress (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of seizure affects a single area of the brain?

<p>Partial (Focal) Seizures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of seizure can be preceded by an aura?

<p>Partial (Focal) Seizures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of seizure is commonly mistaken for fainting?

<p>Atonic Seizures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of diagnostic testing can be done to test the electrical impulses of the brain?

<p>Electroencephalogram (EEG) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of seizures in infants?

<p>Trauma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of seizures in adults?

<p>Stroke (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for pulmonary embolism?

<p>Infection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to diagnose pulmonary embolism?

<p>Spiral (Helical) Computed Tomography (CT) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a high-risk symptom for syncope?

<p>Age less than 50 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of cardiac syncope?

<p>Vision changes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions can cause vasovagal syncope?

<p>Dehydration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for a stroke?

<p>Cerebrovascular accident (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)?

<p>Associated with decreased blood flow to a specific portion of the brain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of vasovagal syncope?

<p>Pain or fear (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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