18 Questions
What is the result of the inability of the right ventricle to contract effectively?
Bipedal Edema
Which of the following is a complication of myocardial infarction?
Congestive Heart Failure
What is the effect of estrogen on cholesterol levels?
Increases LDL receptor activity
What is the term for the death of myocardium?
Myocardial Infarction
What is the result of nicotine stimulation on clotting factor 1?
Stimulates fibrinogen activity
What is the term for inflammation of the pericardium?
Pericarditis
What is the direction of the shunt in a patient with an Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)?
Left to right
What is the characteristic of Coarctation of Aorta?
↑ BP in the UE
What is the primary issue in a patient with Stenosis of the heart valve?
Inability of the valve to open fully
What is the characteristic of Tetralogy of Fallot (TOS)?
Shunt from right to left
What is the primary factor that relieves the symptoms of Pericardial Friction Rub?
Kneeling on all 4's
What is the primary connection of the Ductus Arteriosus in the fetal circulation?
Between the pulmonary artery and the aorta
What is a criterion for terminating exercise?
Unstable Angina
What is indicated by a Diastolic BP of 200⁄100 mmHg?
Heart Failure
What is a characteristic of a 2nd Degree Heart Block?
Progressive lengthening of PR Interval
What is a sign of possible Myocardial Infarction?
All of the above
What is the best initial exercise for a patient with Post MI, CHF, and Claudication?
Low intensity for 10-15 minutes daily
What is the significance of a 1.5mm downsloping ST segment during exercise?
Ischemia
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