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What is the role of lipids or fats in atherosclerosis?
What is the role of lipids or fats in atherosclerosis?
- They help prevent the condition
- They play a key role in atherosclerosis development (correct)
- They have no impact on atherosclerosis
- They only affect men's health
Which genetic disorder is characterized by having fewer LDL receptors than normal?
Which genetic disorder is characterized by having fewer LDL receptors than normal?
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypercholesterolemia (correct)
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
What is the treatment option recommended to lower cholesterol levels?
What is the treatment option recommended to lower cholesterol levels?
- Follow a healthy diet (correct)
- Gain weight
- Increase salt intake
- Stop exercising
What is the main artery involved in a majority of myocardial infarctions?
What is the main artery involved in a majority of myocardial infarctions?
Which symptom of a heart attack is more common in women than in men?
Which symptom of a heart attack is more common in women than in men?
What is a common cause of sudden death in patients after a myocardial infarction?
What is a common cause of sudden death in patients after a myocardial infarction?
Which factor can lead to the development of cardiogenic shock?
Which factor can lead to the development of cardiogenic shock?
What is a common effect of rapid heart rate on cardiac output?
What is a common effect of rapid heart rate on cardiac output?
How can premature atrial contractions (PAC) interfere with the heart rhythm?
How can premature atrial contractions (PAC) interfere with the heart rhythm?
What is the pacemaker of the heart?
What is the pacemaker of the heart?
What is the main problem associated with coronary artery disease?
What is the main problem associated with coronary artery disease?
Which of the following statements about arteriosclerosis is true?
Which of the following statements about arteriosclerosis is true?
Which of the following is the leading cause of death in both women and men in the USA?
Which of the following is the leading cause of death in both women and men in the USA?
Where do atheromas (plaques) typically form in atherosclerosis?
Where do atheromas (plaques) typically form in atherosclerosis?
What is a common consequence of arteriosclerosis?
What is a common consequence of arteriosclerosis?
What is the primary cause of Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary cause of Congestive Heart Failure?
In Congestive Heart Failure, which side of the heart typically fails first?
In Congestive Heart Failure, which side of the heart typically fails first?
Which of the following is NOT a compensation mechanism that can aggravate Congestive Heart Failure?
Which of the following is NOT a compensation mechanism that can aggravate Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary effect of increased renin and aldosterone secretion in Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary effect of increased renin and aldosterone secretion in Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary effect of Sympathetic Nervous System activation in Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary effect of Sympathetic Nervous System activation in Congestive Heart Failure?
What is the primary cause of congestive heart failure (CHF) mentioned in the text?
What is the primary cause of congestive heart failure (CHF) mentioned in the text?
What is the main effect of the left ventricle's inability to pump blood effectively in CHF?
What is the main effect of the left ventricle's inability to pump blood effectively in CHF?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of left-sided heart failure mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of left-sided heart failure mentioned in the text?
What is the term used in the text to describe right-sided heart failure due to pulmonary disease?
What is the term used in the text to describe right-sided heart failure due to pulmonary disease?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a sign or symptom of right-sided heart failure in the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a sign or symptom of right-sided heart failure in the text?
What happens in a left to right shunt in the heart?
What happens in a left to right shunt in the heart?
What is a characteristic sign of cyanotic conditions?
What is a characteristic sign of cyanotic conditions?
What compensation mechanism causes an increase in heart rate and force of contraction?
What compensation mechanism causes an increase in heart rate and force of contraction?
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for detecting congenital heart defects?
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for detecting congenital heart defects?
What is a common treatment approach for a Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
What is a common treatment approach for a Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
What is the main difference between atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation?
What is the main difference between atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation?
What is the consequence of ventricular tachycardia?
What is the consequence of ventricular tachycardia?
What happens during a total or third-degree heart block?
What happens during a total or third-degree heart block?
How are premature ventricular contractions (PVC’s) different from ventricular fibrillation?
How are premature ventricular contractions (PVC’s) different from ventricular fibrillation?
What is the purpose of defibrillators in treating cardiac arrest?
What is the purpose of defibrillators in treating cardiac arrest?
What is the primary treatment for stenosis (narrowing) of the heart valve?
What is the primary treatment for stenosis (narrowing) of the heart valve?
What type of valves are typically used for surgical valve replacement?
What type of valves are typically used for surgical valve replacement?
How often do surgically replaced valves need to be replaced?
How often do surgically replaced valves need to be replaced?
What medication is typically required after valve replacement surgery?
What medication is typically required after valve replacement surgery?
What is the most common cyanotic congenital heart condition?
What is the most common cyanotic congenital heart condition?
What are the four defects associated with Tetralogy of Fallot?
What are the four defects associated with Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is the primary treatment for Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is the primary treatment for Tetralogy of Fallot?
What is the most common form of hypertension (high blood pressure)?
What is the most common form of hypertension (high blood pressure)?
Which group is more likely to develop hypertension at an earlier age?
Which group is more likely to develop hypertension at an earlier age?
What is the recommended initial treatment for mild hypertension?
What is the recommended initial treatment for mild hypertension?
