18 Questions
What is the main cause of coronary artery disease?
Atherosclerosis
Which clinical syndrome is usually characterized by episodes of pain or pressure in the anterior chest?
Angina pectoris
What is usually associated with a significant obstruction of a major coronary artery?
Angina pectoris
What results from insufficient flow in coronary arteries?
Decreased oxygen supply to meet myocardial demand
What is the most common risk factor for coronary artery disease?
High cholesterol levels
In which layer of the artery does atheroma result in diminished patency?
Smooth muscle layer
What is a potential nursing diagnosis mentioned in the text?
Impaired gas exchange due to fluid overload
How can a nurse help reduce anxiety in a patient, according to the text?
Developing a trusting and caring relationship with the patient
What is an important management strategy for decreased myocardial perfusion as per the text?
Keeping the patient on bed rest to reduce myocardial oxygen consumption
What is a key reason for checking skin temperature and peripheral pulses frequently, as mentioned in the text?
To ensure adequate tissue perfusion
What does administering oxygen aim to achieve in the context provided?
Enhance myocardial oxygen supply
Why is attention to fluid volume status important in managing potential impaired gas exchange?
To prevent overloading the heart and lungs
What can cause vasoconstriction and an elevated blood pressure, leading to an increased oxygen demand?
Experiencing stress or emotion-provoking situations
Which symptom is commonly associated with angina pectoris?
A squeezing sensation on the chest
What can reduce the blood supply available to the heart muscle, by increasing blood flow to the mesenteric area for digestion?
Eating a heavy meal
Which medical condition can interfere with neuroreceptors and lead to a decreased sensation of pain in patients with angina?
Diabetes mellitus
What symptom is often felt deep in the chest behind the upper or middle third of the sternum in cases of angina pectoris?
A sense of heaviness or numbness in the arm or shoulder
Which risk factor for coronary artery disease is associated with atherosclerosis and elevated blood pressure?
Hypertension
Learn about coronary artery disease, its causes, symptoms like angina pectoris, and risk factors through this quiz based on the teachings of Professor Shereen Ahmed Qalawa from Qassim University.
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