Question 1

Acute coronary syndrome in the presence of thrombosis may present as

Accepted Answer

A)  unstable angina. 
B)  MI. 
C)  sudden cardiac arrest. 
D)  bleeding. 
E)  hypovolemia. 
A)  unstable angina. 
B)  MI. 
C)  sudden cardiac arrest. 
D)  bleeding. 
E)  hypovolemia.

Question 2

A patient with significant aortic stenosis is likely to experience

Accepted Answer

A)  syncope. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  increased pulse pressure. 
D)  peripheral edema. 
A)  syncope. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  increased pulse pressure. 
D)  peripheral edema.

Question 3

The most reliable indicator that a person is experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (MI)is

Accepted Answer

A)  severe, crushing chest pain. 
B)  ST-segment elevation. 
C)  dysrhythmias. 
D)  pain radiating to the lower legs. 
A)  severe, crushing chest pain. 
B)  ST-segment elevation. 
C)  dysrhythmias. 
D)  pain radiating to the lower legs.

Question 4

A reduction in _________ production after birth contributes to the heart's closure and constriction in patent ductus arteriosus.

Accepted Answer

prostaglandin E
A reduction in

Question 5

__________ is a congenital malformation that results in the formation of one large vessel that receives blood from both the right and left ventricles.

Accepted Answer

Truncus arteriosus
Truncus art

Question 6

Angina due to coronary artery spasm is called _____ angina.

Accepted Answer

A)  stable 
B)  classic 
C)  unstable 
D)  Prinzmetal variant 
A)  stable 
B)  classic 
C)  unstable 
D)  Prinzmetal variant

Question 7

Hypotension, distended neck veins, and muffled heart sounds are classic manifestations of

Accepted Answer

A)  myocardial infarction. 
B)  cardiac tamponade. 
C)  congestive heart failure (CHF). 
D)  cardiomyopathy. 
A)  myocardial infarction. 
B)  cardiac tamponade. 
C)  congestive heart failure (CHF). 
D)  cardiomyopathy.

Question 8

Myocarditis should be suspected in a patient who presents with

Accepted Answer

A)  chest pain and ST elevation. 
B)  acute onset of left ventricular dysfunction. 
C)  murmur and abnormal valves on echocardiogram. 
D)  family history of cardiomyopathy. 
A)  chest pain and ST elevation. 
B)  acute onset of left ventricular dysfunction. 
C)  murmur and abnormal valves on echocardiogram. 
D)  family history of cardiomyopathy.

Exam 18: Alterations in Cardiac Function

Acute coronary syndrome in the presence of thrombosis may present as

A patient with significant aortic stenosis is likely to experience

The most reliable indicator that a person is experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (MI)is

A reduction in _________ production after birth contributes to the heart's closure and constriction in patent ductus arteriosus.

__________ is a congenital malformation that results in the formation of one large vessel that receives blood from both the right and left ventricles.

Angina due to coronary artery spasm is called _____ angina.

Hypotension, distended neck veins, and muffled heart sounds are classic manifestations of

Myocarditis should be suspected in a patient who presents with

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and AIDS

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Hemostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

Burn Injuries

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