Cardiomyopathy Quiz

What are the four chambers of the heart?

• Right atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, left ventricle

• Left atrium, left ventricle, septum, tricuspid valve

• Right ventricle, left ventricle, aorta, pulmonary vein

• Right atrium, left atrium, pulmonary valve, mitral valve

What is the primary function of the left ventricle?

• To receive deoxygenated blood

• To pump oxygenated blood throughout the body

• To store blood

• To manage electrical impulses in the heart

What happens to the left ventricle in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• It becomes larger and weaker

• Its walls thicken and it cannot hold as much blood

• It functions normally without any changes

• It pumps more blood than usual

Which type of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy does not block blood flow out of the left ventricle?

• Obstructive

• Non-obstructive

• Both types

• Neither type

What may form between the muscle cells in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• Muscle fibers

• Scar tissue

• Fat deposits

• Blood clots

What is the term for the pressure difference when blood is pushed out of the left ventricle?

• Blood flow rate

• Outflow rate

• Gradient

• Resistance

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• Heart pounding

• Shortness of breath

• Increased appetite

• Chest pain

What should a person do if they experience symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• Ignore them

• Talk to a healthcare provider

• Self-diagnose using online resources

• Change their diet

How does the outflow tract's size change?

• It remains constant throughout the day

• It changes based on physical activity

• It only narrows at night

• It expands during sleep

What causes the heart muscle cells to grow bigger in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• Increased oxygen levels

• Abnormal gene

• Regular exercise

• High-fat diet