module 2 Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle change to improve and prevent high BP?
Women limiting their alcoholic beverages to two drinks a day
Which of the following is considered a modifiable behavior that may lower the risk for hypertension?
Eating a diet that contains an adequate amount of potassium
Which of the following statements is true regarding risk factors for hypertension?
Hypertension affects women and men almost equally in the United States.
When healthy lifestyle changes alone do not control or lower high BP, a patient’s doctor may change a patient’s treatment plan by prescribing medicines to treat their condition. Which type of medication dilate blood vessels and keep them from narrowing?
ACE
There is a test that can be performed to diagnose arrhythmias. A wire is used to electrically stimulate a patient’s heart and trigger an arrhythmia. During the test, the arrhythmia can be safely reproduced and terminated. What is the name of this test?
EPS
What is a normal bpm?
60-100
What type of procedure may be performed to encourage the formation of new blood vessels by making small holes in the heart muscle?
Transmyocardial Laser revascularization
What percentage of deaths are caused each year in the United States because of CAD?
20
A patient has diabetes and is at risk for CAD. Will taking Metformin help the patient’s risk of CAD?
Yes, Metformin is a medication that helps control plaque buildup and reduce the risk of CAD.
It is important to keep regular doctor visits for ongoing monitoring with blood tests and ultrasounds and to prevent or treat any complications. What is considered the best treatment for PE?
prevention
The majority of patients survive with few sequelae. But nearly one in three patients who have had DVT/PE will have a recurrence within:
10 years
Anticoagulant treatment can greatly reduce the mortality rate and lung scan defects. After taking anticoagulants for five days, what percent of lung scan defects resolved?
36 percent
According to estimates, approximately how many Americans die of DVT/PE annually?
60,000-100,000
Which of the following is a lifestyle modification that will NOT increase the chances of CHF exacerbations?
low sodium diet
Congestive heart failure is a very common reason for hospital admission. How many new cases are diagnosed each year in the United States?
More than 900,000
Fluid retention may be experienced causing swelling and weight gain. In times of exacerbation or decompensation, patients may experience a weight gain of
40 to 50 pounds in a few days
When the heart is not able to adequately pump blood and fluid builds up, what other areas of the body may be affected by the fluid accumulation?
There are 4
Lungs, Abdomen, Liver, and Lower Extremities
Hypertension is a worldwide epidemic, affecting an estimated 1.13 billion people globally and nearly half of all adults in the United States. How many people actually have their hypertension under control?
1 in 4
Secondary hypertension is caused by an underlying condition. Which of the following is NOT a direct link to secondary hypertension?
Uncontrolled diabetes
When healthy lifestyle changes alone do not control or lower high BP, a patient’s doctor may change a patient’s treatment plan by prescribing medicines to treat their condition. Which type of medication relax blood vessels and keep them from narrowing?
ARBs
In atrial flutter, the heart rate ranges from
242-360
Episodes of AFib may come and go, although some people may develop AFib that does not go away and may require treatment. What type of AFib is characterized with an irregular rhythm that does not go back to normal on its own and lasts longer than seven days?
persistent
Tilt table testing can help find the cause of fainting spells. Which of the following is monitored during this test?
There are 3
ECG reading, heart rate, and blood pressure
People with certain chronic conditions have an increased risk of arrhythmias. Which of the following chronic conditions is NOT considered an increased risk of arrhythmias?
Chronic liver disease
