Infectious Endocarditis Quiz
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Which of the following is a common causative agent of infectious endocarditis?

  • Escherichia coli
  • Clostridium botulinum
  • Haemophilus influenzae
  • Streptococcus pneumoniae (correct)

    • What is the most common symptom of subacute bacterial endocarditis?

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Chest pain
  • Fever (correct)
  • Shortness of breath

    • How does infective endocarditis most commonly develop?

  • From spread of infection from another part of the body via the bloodstream (correct)
  • As a result of exposure to environmental toxins
  • Due to genetic predisposition to heart valve infections
  • Through direct infection of the heart valves during surgery

    • What is the primary characteristic of hypokinesia?

    <p>Decreased muscle movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common misconception about hypokinesia?

    <p>It is characterized by excessive muscle movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of hypokinesia?

    <p>Reduced muscle strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of hypokalemia?

    <p>Low potassium levels in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of hypokalemia?

    <p>Chronic diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of untreated hypokalemia?

    <p>Muscle weakness and cramps</p> Signup and view all the answers

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