Question 1

Gemfibrozil, a generic drug, that is used to reduce VLDL synthesis is classified as:

Accepted Answer

A)  nicotinic acids 
B)  bile acid sequestrants 
C)  nitrates 
D)  fibric acids 
E)  statins 
A)  nicotinic acids 
B)  bile acid sequestrants 
C)  nitrates 
D)  fibric acids 
E)  statins

Question 2

_______________ is a term used to describe the condition of persons who present with either an acute MI or unstable angina.

Accepted Answer

Acute coro

Question 3

During the development of atherosclerosis, platelets adhere to the subendothelial surfaces and secrete both adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and:

Accepted Answer

A)  nitric oxide 
B)  platelet-derived growth factor 
C)  C-reactive protein 
D)  plasminogen activator inhibitor 
E)  thromboxane A2 
A)  nitric oxide 
B)  platelet-derived growth factor 
C)  C-reactive protein 
D)  plasminogen activator inhibitor 
E)  thromboxane A2

Question 4

Which is a true statement regarding a heart transplant?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most transplant surgeries are performed on patients younger than 40 years old. 
B)  A heart-lung bypass machine is hooked up in order to provide blood to the patient's body after surgery. 
C)  The aorta and pulmonary arteries are not replaced as part of the surgery. 
D)  Aldosterone antagonists are administered after surgery to prevent rejection. 
E)  Recovery often involves 3 months in the hospital and 6 months of monitoring by the transplant team for organ rejection. 
A)  Most transplant surgeries are performed on patients younger than 40 years old. 
B)  A heart-lung bypass machine is hooked up in order to provide blood to the patient's body after surgery. 
C)  The aorta and pulmonary arteries are not replaced as part of the surgery. 
D)  Aldosterone antagonists are administered after surgery to prevent rejection. 
E)  Recovery often involves 3 months in the hospital and 6 months of monitoring by the transplant team for organ rejection.

Question 5

A(n) _______________ is defined as a nonhealing break in the skin. Inadequate perfusion to the tissues (i.e., lack of oxygen) is the primary etiology for skin breakdown.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _______________ is defined as a nonhealing...

Question 6

_______________ is used to determine the dosage of anticoagulant medication for patients with atrial fibrillation.

Accepted Answer

Clotting rate; international n

Question 7

The components of metabolic syndrome include elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and:

Accepted Answer

A)  abdominal obesity 
B)  cerebral edema 
C)  low exercise tolerance 
D)  muscle tetany 
E)  early-onset dementia 
A)  abdominal obesity 
B)  cerebral edema 
C)  low exercise tolerance 
D)  muscle tetany 
E)  early-onset dementia

Question 8

List the components of the guide to medical nutrition therapy for cardiovascular disease and dyslipidemias with examples.

Accepted Answer

Foods items to choose more often: 5-6 se

Question 9

Signs of right-sided heart failure include distended neck veins, flushed face, and:

Accepted Answer

A)  dry mouth 
B)  ascites 
C)  sunken eyes 
D)  decreased urine output 
E)  constipation 
A)  dry mouth 
B)  ascites 
C)  sunken eyes 
D)  decreased urine output 
E)  constipation

Question 10

As per research, how much daily intake of saturated fat is recommended?

Accepted Answer

A)  no more than 15% of total kcal 
B)  no more than 12% of total kcal 
C)  no more than 10% of total kcal 
D)  no more than 7% of total kcal 
E)  0% to no more than 5% of total kcal 
A)  no more than 15% of total kcal 
B)  no more than 12% of total kcal 
C)  no more than 10% of total kcal 
D)  no more than 7% of total kcal 
E)  0% to no more than 5% of total kcal

Question 11

As the atherosclerotic plaque grows, the artery at first compensates by expanding inward and decreasing the size of the lumen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The veins from the upper part of the body drain into the _______________ vena cava.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The veins from the upper part of...

Question 13

_______________ geometries are subject to more abnormalities in blood flow and are more likely to suffer endothelial damage.

Accepted Answer

Curved and branching vessel; B

Question 14

Which of the following describes a noninvasive test used in patients with symptoms of PAD that measures the blood pressure in the ankles and compares it with the blood pressure in the arms at rest and after exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  magnetic resonance angiography 
B)  ankle dorsiflexion test 
C)  positron emission tomography 
D)  ankle-brachial index 
E)  CT angiography 
A)  magnetic resonance angiography 
B)  ankle dorsiflexion test 
C)  positron emission tomography 
D)  ankle-brachial index 
E)  CT angiography

Question 15

Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  ventricular tachycardia 
B)  ventricular fibrillation 
C)  ventricular shock arrhythmias 
D)  atrial fibrillation 
E)  complete heart block 
A)  ventricular tachycardia 
B)  ventricular fibrillation 
C)  ventricular shock arrhythmias 
D)  atrial fibrillation 
E)  complete heart block

Question 16

A long-term complication of heart transplant might be:

Accepted Answer

A)  cancer 
B)  hypokalemia 
C)  weight gain 
D)  migraine headaches 
E)  hyponatremia 
A)  cancer 
B)  hypokalemia 
C)  weight gain 
D)  migraine headaches 
E)  hyponatremia

Question 17

Immediate nutrition goals after a heart transplant are to supply adequate nutrients so the body can heal and:

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce fluid buildup 
B)  prevent potassium loss 
C)  increase energy intake 
D)  prepare for cardiac rehabilitation 
E)  fight infections 
A)  reduce fluid buildup 
B)  prevent potassium loss 
C)  increase energy intake 
D)  prepare for cardiac rehabilitation 
E)  fight infections

Question 18

Which medication is recommended for a patient with atrial fibrillation?

Accepted Answer

A)  warfarin 
B)  vitamin A 
C)  dabigatran 
D)  aspirin 
E)  rivaroxaban 
A)  warfarin 
B)  vitamin A 
C)  dabigatran 
D)  aspirin 
E)  rivaroxaban

Question 19

The force exerted by the blood on the walls of blood vessels during the contraction of the ventricles is termed _______________.

Accepted Answer

systolic b

Question 20

How do ACE inhibitors control hypertension? by reducing stroke volume

Accepted Answer

A)  by increasing urinary output to decrease blood volume 
B)  by blocking beta-receptors in the heart to decrease heart rate and cardiac output 
C)  by blocking the conversion of angiotensin II into angiotensin I 
D)  "How many children do you have?" 
E)  by affecting the movement of calcium, which causes the blood vessels to relax 
A)  by increasing urinary output to decrease blood volume 
B)  by blocking beta-receptors in the heart to decrease heart rate and cardiac output 
C)  by blocking the conversion of angiotensin II into angiotensin I 
D)  "How many children do you have?" 
E)  by affecting the movement of calcium, which causes the blood vessels to relax

Exam 13: Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

Gemfibrozil, a generic drug, that is used to reduce VLDL synthesis is classified as:

_______________ is a term used to describe the condition of persons who present with either an acute MI or unstable angina.

During the development of atherosclerosis, platelets adhere to the subendothelial surfaces and secrete both adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and:

Which is a true statement regarding a heart transplant?

A(n) _______________ is defined as a nonhealing break in the skin. Inadequate perfusion to the tissues (i.e., lack of oxygen) is the primary etiology for skin breakdown.

_______________ is used to determine the dosage of anticoagulant medication for patients with atrial fibrillation.

The components of metabolic syndrome include elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and:

List the components of the guide to medical nutrition therapy for cardiovascular disease and dyslipidemias with examples.

Signs of right-sided heart failure include distended neck veins, flushed face, and:

As per research, how much daily intake of saturated fat is recommended?

As the atherosclerotic plaque grows, the artery at first compensates by expanding inward and decreasing the size of the lumen.

The veins from the upper part of the body drain into the _______________ vena cava.

_______________ geometries are subject to more abnormalities in blood flow and are more likely to suffer endothelial damage.

Which of the following describes a noninvasive test used in patients with symptoms of PAD that measures the blood pressure in the ankles and compares it with the blood pressure in the arms at rest and after exercise?

Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:

A long-term complication of heart transplant might be:

Immediate nutrition goals after a heart transplant are to supply adequate nutrients so the body can heal and:

Which medication is recommended for a patient with atrial fibrillation?

The force exerted by the blood on the walls of blood vessels during the contraction of the ventricles is termed _______________.

How do ACE inhibitors control hypertension? by reducing stroke volume

Role of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Health Care System

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Cellular and Physiological Response to Injury the Role of the Immune System

Nutritional Genomics

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