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Cardiovascular MCQ Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 71-year-old female has been treated for hyperlipidemia by Pravastatin for the past 6 months. Her physician wanted to add an additional agent to block the absorption of exogenous cholesterol. Which of the following is the best choice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ezetimibe blocks intestinal cholesterol absorption.
Question 2 of 5
All 4 heart valves are closed during this time
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During isovolumetric contraction, all four valves are closed as pressure builds within the ventricles before ejection begins.
Question 3 of 5
Which one of the listed disorders is the best example of an abnormality that produces systolic dysfunction primarily because of increased afterload?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Systemic hypertension increases afterload, impairing systolic function as the heart struggles against elevated pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A 55-year-old non-smoking coal worker has arthritis and nodular lesions in the lungs. His PPD skin test is negative. You suspect the patient has:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Caplan's syndrome (rheumatoid arthritis with pneumoconiosis) occurs in coal workers, presenting with arthritis and lung nodules, with a negative PPD ruling out TB.
Question 5 of 5
What are the names of the chambers of the heart?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The heart has four chambers: two atria (plural of atrium) and two ventricles, making 'atriums and ventricles' the correct answer.