Flashcards Cardiology 21-23 focused

Which of the following best describes congestive heart failure?

• A condition where the heart's ability to pump blood is inadequate to meet the body's needs, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and fluid retention.

• A condition where the heart beats too quickly, causing dizziness and fainting.

• A condition where the heart stops beating suddenly, resulting in cardiac arrest.

• A condition where the heart pumps too much blood, causing high blood pressure.

What is the primary purpose of echocardiography in cardiac diagnostics?

• To use ultrasound waves to create images of the heart for assessing its structure and function.

• To measure the electrical activity of the heart.

• To inject dye into the bloodstream to view arteries.

• To monitor blood pressure continuously.

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with congestive heart failure?

• Increased appetite

• Shortness of breath

• Fatigue

• Fluid retention

Which of the following is a diagnostic technique that uses ultrasound waves?

• Echocardiography

• Cardiac catheterization

• Electrocardiography

• Angioplasty

Which technique involves inserting a catheter into the heart through blood vessels?

• Cardiac catheterization

• Echocardiography

• Electrocardiography

• MRI scan

How does echocardiography help in monitoring heart health?

• By creating images to assess heart chambers, valves, and pumping strength

• By measuring blood glucose levels

• By recording brain activity

• By checking bone density

Which of the following best explains why fluid retention occurs in congestive heart failure?

• The heart cannot pump blood efficiently, causing fluid to build up in tissues.

• The kidneys filter too much water.

• The lungs absorb excess fluid.

• The liver produces more bile.

What is the relationship between echocardiography and heart valve disease?

• Echocardiography can assess the function of heart valves to help diagnose valve disease.

• Echocardiography is used to treat heart valve disease directly.

• Echocardiography measures blood sugar to detect valve disease.

• Echocardiography replaces damaged heart valves.

Which of the following is a benefit of minimally invasive surgical techniques such as TAVR and EVAR compared to traditional open surgery?

• Increased recovery time and higher risks

• Reduced recovery time and lower risks

• No change in recovery time or risks

• Increased need for medication

What is the goal of regenerative medicine in cardiovascular research?

• To monitor heart rate

• To regenerate damaged heart tissue using stem cells

• To lower blood pressure

• To replace heart valves