Cardiac Disorders and Function Quiz
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What is the pathophysiology of atrial fibrillation?

  • Prolonged QT interval on the ECG
  • Regular and organized electrical activity in the atria
  • Coordinated contraction of the atria
  • Chaotic and disorganized electrical activity in the atria (correct)
  • What are some triggering factors for atrial fibrillation?

  • Low blood pressure, lung disease, anemia
  • Hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease (correct)
  • High cholesterol, diabetes, obesity
  • Healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, balanced diet
  • What is a consequence of atrial fibrillation?

  • Regular ventricular response, leading to stable cardiac output
  • Decreased risk of blood clot formation in the atria
  • Irregular ventricular response, leading to variable cardiac output (correct)
  • Consistently high heart rate
  • What are the clinical features of atrial fibrillation?

    <p>Palpitations, irregular heartbeat. Fatigue, shortness of breath.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pathophysiology of Long QT Syndrome?

    <p>Prolonged Cardiac Repolarization: Prolongation of the QT interval on the ECG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a result of Long QT Syndrome?

    <p>Torsades de pointes and sudden cardiac death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by decreased afterload and initially increased cardiac output?

    <p>Distributive (Vasodilatory) Shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of prolonged QT interval on the risk of arrhythmias?

    <p>Increases the risk of Torsades de Pointes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common genetic mutation associated with congenital Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)?

    <p>Genetic mutations affecting ion channels involved in cardiac repolarization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clinical feature is associated with Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)?

    <p>Syncope or seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment to reduce the risk of arrhythmias in Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)?

    <p>Beta-blockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is caused by impaired cardiac function, often due to myocardial infarction or severe heart failure?

    <p>Cardiogenic Shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

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