Cardiology
Name the 4 chambers of the heart.
whatever
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
What does STEMI Stand for?
ST elevation myocardial infarction
What does the P wave represent on an EKG?
Atrial Depolarization
LV
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)
Explain the difference between Type I diabetes and Type II diabetes mellitus?
congenital vs acquired
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
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
Name at least 3 main valves of the heart
Mitral (Bicuspid) valve, Tricuspid, Aortic, Pulmonary
What hormone declines during menopause and contributes to increased cardiovascular risk in women?
A. Progesterone
B. Estrogen
C. Testosterone
D. Cortisol
B) Estrogen
What condition is caused by the uncoordinated quivering of the heart's atria?
A-fib/flutter
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
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.
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.
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
Name one of the first-line lifestyle changes that we recommend to patients newly diagnosed with hypertension?
Reduced sodium intake, exercise, smoking cessation, etc.
Which of the following is an anti-platelet often used in cardiology?
A) Lisinopril
B) Atorvastatin
C) Aspirin
D) Losartan
Aspirin
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.
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
Explain the difference between primary and secondary hypertension
Primary - No identifyable cause/lifestyle factors
Secondary - Caused by underlying condition, often reversible
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