18 Questions
What is the definition of syncope?
Sudden temporary loss of consciousness
What is the characteristic feature of orthopnoea?
Breathlessness on lying flat
What is the cause of peripheral oedema in ambulant patients with chronic heart failure?
Excessive salt and water retention
What is the most common cause of cough related to cardiovascular diseases?
Pulmonary venous hypertension
What is the nature of the sputum associated with pulmonary oedema?
Pink frothy sputum
What is one of the common causes of palpitations?
Thyroid disorders
What is a feature associated with paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea?
Patient awakes from sleep severely breathless
What is the key difference between orthopnoea and paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea?
Orthopnoea occurs during exertion, while paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea occurs when lying flat.
What is the primary cause of chest pain in heart disease?
Costochondral junction dysfunction
What is the primary cause of peripheral oedema in ambulant patients with chronic heart failure?
Excessive salt and water retention
Which of the following can be a potential cause of palpitations?
Anaemia
What is the main characteristic of syncope?
Sudden temporary loss of consciousness with spontaneous recovery
What is the primary cause of cough related to cardiovascular diseases?
Pulmonary venous hypertension
What type of sputum is often associated with viral infection or longstanding bronchial irritation?
Clear white mucous sputum
What are common causes of fatigue in patients with impaired cardiovascular function?
Reduced cardiac output and muscular weakness
What are some common causes of peripheral oedema?
Excessive salt retention and protein losing enteropathy
What are potential non-cardiac diseases associated with palpitations?
Thyrotoxicosis and anxiety states
What conditions lead to peripheral oedema in patients who are recumbent over the sacrum?
Chronic heart failure and skin infections
Test your knowledge about the symptoms, signs, and investigations related to cardiovascular disease. This quiz covers breathlessness, dyspnoea, abnormal breathing, and their association with heart, lung, and respiratory muscle conditions.
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