Cardiovascular Disorders Quiz

Which type of cardiomyopathy is characterized by the increase in size and mass of the heart due to muscle thickness leading to weakened pumping ability and electrical rhythm disturbances?

• Dilated cardiomyopathy

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

• Restrictive cardiomyopathy

• Acquired cardiomyopathy

Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated cardiomyopathy? SATA

• Stroke

• Heart failure

• arrhythmias

• Chronic kidney disease

A patient with ischemic ulcers on their toes is most likely to have which of the following?

• Venous insufficiency

• Peripheral artery disease

• Diabetic neuropathy

• Deep vein thrombosis

What is the first manifestation of decreased arterial circulation in peripheral vascular disorders?

• Edema

• Pain

• Skin discoloration

• Numbness

Which of the following best describes the characteristic pain in intermittent claudication?

• Sharp pain with rapid onset

• Dull ache, fatigue, and cramping in the calf muscles relieved by rest

• Burning sensation in the feet

• Numbness in the toes relieved by rest

Which blood pressure reading indicates Stage 2 hypertension?

• 120/80 mm Hg

• 130/85 mm Hg

• 140/90 mm Hg

• 160/100 mm Hg

Which of the following is a common symptom of a thoracic aneurysm?

• Abdominal pain

• Chest pain

• Severe back pain

• Hoarseness and difficulty swallowing

Which of the following factors can worsen varicosities? SATA

• Decreased salt intake

• tight clothing and high-heeled shoes

• prolonged standing

• Increase sun exposure

A client has been diagnosed with a DVT, what do you expect to be on the orders? SATA

• bed rest with elevation of affected leg

• compression stockings

• dependent position of of affected extremitiy

• cold compress