Cardiology and Cardiovascular Emergencies Quiz

Which chamber of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the lungs?

• Right atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left atrium

• Left ventricle

What is the primary function of the left ventricle?

• To pump oxygenated blood to the lungs

• To receive deoxygenated blood from the body

• To pump oxygenated blood to the body

• To receive oxygenated blood from the lungs

Which of the following is a common symptom of heart failure?

• Hypertension

• Bradycardia

• Shortness of breath

• Dry skin

Atrial fibrillation is an example of which type of cardiac issue?

• Cardiac arrhythmia

• Heart failure

• Myocardial infarction

• Hypertension

What is the first-line treatment for hypertension?

• Beta-blockers

• ACE inhibitors

• Diuretics

• Calcium channel blockers

Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?

• Smoking

• Age

• Diet

• Physical activity

What is the primary goal in the treatment of heart failure?

• To cure the heart disease

• To reduce symptoms and improve quality of life

• To increase heart rate

• To decrease blood oxygen levels

ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is diagnosed by changes in which of the following?

• Blood pressure

• Echocardiogram

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)

• Chest X-ray

Which medication is commonly used to treat acute myocardial infarction?

• Aspirin

• Antidepressants

• Antipsychotics

• Antibiotics

What is the term for high blood pressure that develops during pregnancy?

• Essential hypertension

• Secondary hypertension

• Gestational hypertension

• Malignant hypertension