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Cardiovascular Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the type of lactic acidosis associated with hypoxia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type A lactic acidosis is associated with hypoxia, impairing oxidative metabolism.
Question 2 of 5
Polyarteritis nodosa is associated with all the following except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Polyarteritis nodosa is linked to hepatitis B and fibrinoid necrosis, not typically SLE.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following can be used to decrease anxiety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can reduce anxiety symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A 23-year-old male with a history of diabetes and hypertension. Which of the following vasodilator is contraindicated in this case?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diazoxide can cause hyperglycemia, contraindicated in diabetics.
Question 5 of 5
Of the following, what is the best definition of arteries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Arteries are defined by their function of carrying blood away from the heart, regardless of whether they carry oxygenated or deoxygenated blood.