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Questions for Cardiovascular Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
The first chamber of the heart the blood from the body enters is the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body via the vena cavas.
Question 2 of 5
A 76 yo male, diabetic, smoker is seen in the office with exertional bilateral leg discomfort after walking 1 block. He has a history of chronic low back pain and hyperlipidemia. You perform an exam including ABI's and they are 1.1 on the right and 0.9 on the left. You recommend to the patient:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: ABI of 0.9 suggests borderline PAD, and exertional symptoms in a high-risk patient warrant further evaluation with exercise ABI testing to confirm obstructive PAD.
Question 3 of 5
A 30 yo woman fell asleep with her legs crossed during a graduate lecture. When she awoke, she noted that the right foot was tingling and noted the foot was 'slapping' on the ground. These most likely represent which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peroneal nerve compression from prolonged leg crossing causes foot drop and tingling, resolving with time.
Question 4 of 5
54 year-old man with rectal carcinoma is receiving 5-FU by continuous infusion along with preoperative radiation. He presents with painfully swollen hands and feet, and blistering is noted. The most appropriate treatment for this patient is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This describes hand-foot syndrome, a common 5-FU side effect. Holding treatment and supportive care (e.g., moisturizers, pain relief) allow recovery without permanently stopping therapy, which may still benefit the patient.
Question 5 of 5
When is treatment for HIV contraindicated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Treatment is contraindicated in patients who are unwilling or non-compliant as adherence is crucial for efficacy and resistance prevention.