Question 1

For adults, normal resting blood pressure, in absence of any other illnesses, should be about

Accepted Answer

A) 90 mmHg.

Question 2

Which of the following is not one of the four classic risk factors for CHD?

Accepted Answer

A) Alcoholism 
B) Smoking 
C) Diabetes 
D) High blood cholesterol

Question 3

_____ dietary fat is shown to have the strongest effect on blood cholesterol levels and TLC's recommendation is that it contribute less than _____ percent of total kcalories.

Accepted Answer

A) Polyunsaturated, 10 
B) Saturated, 7 
C) Saturated, 10 
D) Monounsaturated, 7

Question 4

Case Studies
Margaret Leland is retired and 76 years old and lives alone.Her only daughter lives two hours away.She has a past medical history of heart attack, smoking for 20 years, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes.She complains of decreased appetite and disinterest in food.
-Ms.Leland is admitted to the cardiac unit with shortness of breath and fluid retention in her extremities.What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A) Stroke 
B) Congestive heart failure 
C) COPD 
D) Myocardial Infarction

Question 5

In women, CHD occurs about _____ years later than in men.

Accepted Answer

A) 7 
B) 10 
C) 15 
D) 20

Question 6

In atherosclerosis, blood flow to the kidneys

Accepted Answer

A) decreases. 
B) increases. 
C) remains unchanged. 
D) is re-routed.

Question 7

When a portion of a clot travels through the blood stream, lodges in a narrow artery, and causes sudden tissue death it is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A) embolism. 
B) platelet. 
C) aneurysm. 
D) thrombus.

Question 8

For each _____ increase above normal blood pressure, the risk of heart attack doubles.

Accepted Answer

A) 10/5 mm Hg 
B) 20/5 mm Hg 
C) 20/10 mm Hg 
D) 25/15 mm Hg

Question 9

Sean is attending his first cardiac rehabilitation meeting.He should expect all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A) exercise therapy. 
B) smoking cessation counseling. 
C) prepared meals. 
D) medication education.

Question 10

Early dietary interventions after an MI include a

Accepted Answer

A) low-protein diet. 
B) low-sodium diet. 
C) high-kcalorie diet. 
D) high-fiber diet.

Question 11

Mrs.Thomas had blood work done as ordered by her physician.Her total cholesterol level was 240 mg/dL and HDL was 35 mg/dL.Mrs.Thomas's total cholesterol and HDL indicate she

Accepted Answer

A) has a desirable blood lipid profile. 
B) is at borderline at risk for CHD. 
C) is at high risk for CHD. 
D) requires more tests.

Question 12

Gina is visiting her grandparents.She notices that her grandfather has periods of confusion, numbness, and difficulty speaking.He most likely is suffering from:

Accepted Answer

A) a heart attack. 
B) a stroke. 
C) angina. 
D) TIAs.

Question 13

Margaret Leland is retired and 76 years old and lives alone. Her only daughter lives two hours away. She has a past medical history of heart attack, smoking for 20 years, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. She complains of decreased appetite and disinterest in food. 
-Which diet is the most appropriate for her condition?

Accepted Answer

A) High-calorie, high-protein 
B) 2 g Na 
C) Low-fat 
D) 2 g Na/ no concentrated sweets

Question 14

Mr.Parks owns a sandwich shop.He has hired you to help him to revise his "lunch specials" so that he can label them "heart healthy." One popular "special" offers a 3 oz.cut of grilled sirloin on a sour dough bun; and a salad that includes ½ tomato, lettuce leaf, and ½ Tbsp.blue cheese dressing.Which of the following would be the most effective revision to recommend to Mr.Parks?

Accepted Answer

A) Add a fruity smoothie 
B) Substitute vinegar and olive oil for the salad dressing 
C) Provide a choice of wheat or sour dough bun 
D) Double the amount of lettuce

Question 15

Which of the following is the leading cause of death in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A) Stroke 
B) Coronary heart disease 
C) Diabetes 
D) Congestive heart failure

Question 16

The kidneys regulate blood pressure by

Accepted Answer

A) controlling the secretion of hormones. 
B) regulating cardiac output. 
C) adjusting the diameters of arterioles. 
D) all of the above

Question 17

Which of the following is the leanest cut of beef?

Accepted Answer

A) Top sirloin steak 
B) Rib eye steak 
C) Brisket 
D) Hamburger meat

Question 18

Mr.Johnson is a 60-year-old Caucasian.He has a BMI of 36.His cholesterol screening revealed: LDL 172 mg/dL, HDL 30 mg/dL, and total cholesterol 250 mg/dL.Mr.Johnson's LDL and HDL cholesterol are classified as _____, respectively.

Accepted Answer

A) low and low 
B) low and high 
C) high and low 
D) high and high

Question 19

The American Heart Association recommends eating at least _____ servings of fatty fish per week for CHD risk reduction.

Accepted Answer

A) 2 
B) 3 
C) 4 
D) 5

Question 20

The American Heart Association recommends that all adults participate in at least _____ minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity on most days of the week.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 17 
C) 25 
D) 30

Exam 27: Cardiovascular Diseases