Cardiology
Marketing/ IT
Women's Health/ Vascular/ Primary Care
Cardiology part 2
Cardiology again
100

Name the 4 chambers of the heart. 

whatever

100

What is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S.?
A. Breast cancer
B. Ovarian cancer
C. Heart disease
D. Stroke

Heart disease because it is often undiagnosed

100

What does STEMI Stand for?

ST elevation myocardial infarction

100

What does the P wave represent on an EKG?

Atrial Depolarization

200
Which chamber of the heart provides oxygenated blood to the rest of the body?

LV

200

Name the privacy law that our EMR, and any communication we have with or about patient data, must comply with.

HIPAA

(2X Points if you can correctly name what it stands for)

200

Explain the difference between Type I diabetes and Type II diabetes mellitus?

congenital vs acquired

200

What’s the main function of the coronary arteries?
A. Pump blood to the lungs
B. Carry deoxygenated blood to the kidneys
C. Supply oxygenated blood to the heart muscle
D. Transfer nutrients from the liver to the heart

C. Supply oxygenated blood to the heart muscle

200

In our clinic, what device do we use to monitor the heart rhythm for 1–14 days?
A. Holter monitor
B. Pacemaker
C. EKG machine
D. Loop recorder

A) Holter Monitor

300

Name at least 3 main valves of the heart

Mitral (Bicuspid) valve, Tricuspid, Aortic, Pulmonary

300

What hormone declines during menopause and contributes to increased cardiovascular risk in women?
A. Progesterone
B. Estrogen
C. Testosterone
D. Cortisol

B) Estrogen

300

What condition is caused by the uncoordinated quivering of the heart's atria?

A-fib/flutter

300

What is the name of the artery most commonly used to feel a pulse at the wrist?
A. Ulnar artery
B. Carotid artery
C. Femoral artery
D. Radial artery

Radial Artery

400

What type of imaging modality does an echocardiogram use? 

(I.E., how does an echo work? What technology does it use/type of test is it?)

Ultrasound Waves/ Ultrasound of the heart. 

400

What does SEO stand for, and why is it important for KC Medical's website?

Search Engine Optimization. It helps new patients find our services online. 

400

Which condition is described as cramping leg pain triggered by walking and relieved by rest?
A. Sciatica
B. Claudication
C. DVT
D. Compartment syndrome

B) Claudication

400

Name one of the first-line lifestyle changes that we recommend to patients newly diagnosed with hypertension?

Reduced sodium intake, exercise, smoking cessation, etc.

400

Which of the following is an anti-platelet often used in cardiology?

A) Lisinopril
B) Atorvastatin
C) Aspirin
D) Losartan

Aspirin

500

Name two common cardiac symptoms associated with acute heart failure exacerbation?

Shortness of Breath, Peripheral Edema, Fatigue

Redeem points if you can explain physiologically why one of these symptoms occurs. 

500

What imaging test is most commonly used to diagnose a Deep Vein Thrombosis?
A. CT angiogram
B. MRI
C. Venous Doppler ultrasound
D. X-ray

C. Venous Doppler Ultrasound

500

Explain the difference between primary and secondary hypertension

Primary - No identifyable cause/lifestyle factors

Secondary - Caused by underlying condition, often reversible

500

What’s the name of the natural pacemaker of the heart?
A.Ventricular Septum
B. Purkinje fibers
C. SA node
D. Bundle of His

SA Node

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