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CARDIOQUIZ

Total questions: 23

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which nutrient found in foods like salmon and flaxseeds is known for its heart-protective properties?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Iron

c)

 Omega-3 fatty acids

2.

What is the term for the thin membrane that surrounds and protects the heart?

a)
Pericardium
b)
Endocardium
c)

Epidermis

3.

What technology is used during a cardiac catheterization procedure to view the inside of the coronary arteries?

a)

Endoscope

b)

Angiography

c)

Thermography

4.

What is the medical term for a "heart attack" caused by the blockage of blood flow to a part of the heart muscle?

a)

Stroke

b)

Arrhythmia

c)

Myocardial Infarction

5.

What is the purpose of the coronary arteries in the heart?

a)

Pump blood to the lungs

b)

Supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle

c)

Regulate blood pressure

6.

Which of the following activities is often recommended as a "heart-healthy" exercise that can be both fun and beneficial for cardiovascular health?

a)

Binge-watching TV shows

b)

Dancing

c)

Competitive eating contests

7.

Which spice, commonly used in cooking, contains a compound called curcumin that is believed to have heart-healthy properties?

a)

Salt

b)

Pepper

c)

Turmeric

8.

Which colorful vegetable is rich in antioxidants and can contribute to heart health when included in your diet?

a)

Eggplant

b)

Broccoli

c)

Red Bell Pepper

9.

What is the term for the condition in which blood pressure is consistently elevated and can increase the risk of heart disease?

a)

Hypotension

b)

Hypertension

c)

Hyperactivity

10.

Which lifestyle change can help reduce the risk of heart disease and improve overall heart health?

a)

Increasing saturated fat intake

b)

Drinking more sugary beverages

c)

Managing stress through relaxation techniques

11.

Which day of the week has the highest number of heart attacks recorded?

a)
Monday
b)
Wednesday
c)
Friday
12.

First heart transplant was carried out by

a)

J. Murray

b)

Christiaan Barnard

c)

Thomas E. Starzl

13.

The beating sound your heart makes comes from:

a)

Blood flowing

b)

Valves closing

c)

The heart skipping beats

14.

You can keep your heart strong by:

a)

Eating heart-shaped candy

b)

Doing activities, like playing outside, riding your bike, and swimming

c)

Sleeping 18 hours a day

15.

In 2021, World Heart Day focused on the theme "Use Heart." What does "Use Heart" emphasize?

a)

The importance of heart-shaped logos

b)

The need for heart transplant donations

c)

Making heart-healthy choices in daily life

16.

What is the name of the pacemaker of the heart?

a)

Sinoatrial (SA) node

b)

Atrioventricular (AV) node

c)

Purkinje fibers

17.

What does CPR stand for?

a)

Cardiovascular Procedure and Resuscitation

b)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

c)

Cardiac Pumping and Recovery

18.

 What technology is often used to diagnose heart conditions by creating detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels?

a)

Electrocardiogram (ECG)


b)

 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)


c)

Blood Pressure Monitor


19.

 What is the universal sign that someone may be choking, and what action should you take?


a)

Clutching the throat; perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)


b)

Covering the mouth; offer a glass of water

c)

Holding the chest; encourage the person to cough


20.

Which type of cholesterol is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol and can increase the risk of heart disease when elevated?

a)

LDL cholesterol

b)

HDL cholesterol 


c)

 VLDL cholesterol


21.

Why did the heart break up with the liver?

a)

Because the liver kept saying, "You're such a pump!"

b)

It couldn't handle all the liver's "organ-izational" issues.

c)

The heart was tired of the liver always "filtering" their relationship.

22.

Why did the heart refuse to play cards with the other organs?

a)

It didn't want to be involved in any "high-stakes" games.

b)

It was afraid of getting a "bad beat."

c)

It knew the liver would always "flush" the competition.

23.

What do you call a heart that loves to dance?

a)

Cardio Groover

b)

Boogie Pump

c)

Rhythmaticus