Heart Failure Evaluation Quiz

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Which test is considered the gold standard for evaluating heart function in cases of heart failure?

Electrocardiography

Echocardiography with Doppler flow studies (correct)

Liver function tests

Chest x-ray

What does ABG analysis primarily evaluate in patients with acute heart failure?

Thyroid hormone levels

Serum creatinine levels

Oxygen and carbon dioxide levels (correct)

Liver enzyme levels

Which of the following is NOT measured in liver function tests?

Total protein and albumin levels

Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH)

Serum creatinine (correct)

Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)

What is the primary purpose of thyroid function tests in relation to heart failure?

To rule out thyroid dysfunction mimicking heart failure Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging test can visualize signs of pulmonary vascular congestion in heart failure?

Chest x-ray Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of measuring natriuretic peptides like ANP and BNP in patients suspected of heart failure?

To diagnose heart failure Signup and view all the answers

Which complication is most directly associated with the respiratory effects of heart failure?

Pneumonia Signup and view all the answers

In patients over age 60, why should elevated BNP levels not be used solely as a diagnostic tool for heart failure?

They can differ based on gender and age. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common gastrointestinal symptom associated with heart failure?

Abdominal distention Signup and view all the answers

What does a decrease in urine output in heart failure patients typically indicate?

Fluid retention in the body Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological state is indicated by crackles or rales in the lung bases of heart failure patients?

Presence of pulmonary edema Signup and view all the answers

What neurological symptoms can occur as a result of heart failure?

Impaired memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between serum electrolytes and treatment evaluation in heart failure patients?

They provide information on treatment effects. Signup and view all the answers

What role do natriuretic peptides like ANP and BNP play in heart failure diagnosis?

They correlate with left-ventricular and pulmonary vascular pressure elevations. Signup and view all the answers

Which laboratory test is specifically used to evaluate renal function in patients with heart failure?

BUN and serum creatinine Signup and view all the answers

Why should elevated BNP levels in females be interpreted with caution in diagnosing heart failure?

They may be a normal variant unrelated to heart failure. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary purpose of performing urinalysis in heart failure patients?

To evaluate renal function. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of heart failure, which diagnostic test helps rule out conditions that mimic heart failure symptoms?

Thyroid function tests Signup and view all the answers

What information does a chest x-ray provide in managing heart failure?

It visualizes pulmonary congestion and heart size. Signup and view all the answers

How do serum electrolytes contribute to heart failure management?

They evaluate treatment effects, especially during fluid retention. Signup and view all the answers

What specific conditions can an electrocardiogram (ECG) help identify in heart failure patients?

Dysrhythmias, ischemia, or infarction. Signup and view all the answers