BIOS MISC Heart System Test.docx 2021
You have 2 and half hour to finish this. Total Qs are 125. Finish this in one sitting and send it back to me. Highlight the correct Options/Answer with Color Red.
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BIOS MISC Heart System Test.docx 2021
You have 2 and half hour to finish this. Total Qs are 125. Finish this in one sitting and send it back to me. Highlight the correct Options/Answer with Color Red.
How many chambers does the heart have?
Six
Five
Four
Three
The beating sound your heart makes comes from:
Blood going in the wrong direction
Valves closing
The heart skipping beats
Your ears playing tricks on you
With circulation, the heart provides your body with:
Oxygen & Nutrients
A way to get rid of waste
Both of the above
What wall separates the left side and right side of the heart?
Ventricle
Atrium
Septum
Portal wall
What parts act like doors that control blood flow in the heart?
Valves
Heart muscles
Kidneys
Chambers
What organ removes waste from blood?
Heart
Lungs
Eyes
Kidneys
These carry blood back to the heart:
Arteries
Veins
Pipes
Nodes
Which acronym can help you remember the signs of a stroke?
F.A.S.T., F=Face Drooping, A=Arm Weakness, S=Speech Difficulty, T=Time to call 911
F.A.S.T., F=Feel the face, A=Arm yourself, S=Stop, T=Time to rest
S.T.O.P., S=Stop stroke, T=Time to rest, O=Opt out, P=Poke to test
None of the above
Which of the following statements is (are) true of ticlopidine HCl (Ticlid)?
I. inhibits platelet aggregation
II. it is a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor
III. dissolves blood clots
I only
III only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III
The principle site of action of Indapamide is the:
ascending loop of Henle
descending loop of Henle
proximal tubule
distal tubule
How does hydralazine, an antihypertensive agent, work?
blocks alpha-adrenergic receptors
directly dilates peripheral blood vessels
inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)
blocks beta-adrenergic receptors
To spot a stroke, look for:
Face Drooping
Difficulty Breathing
Arm Weakness
Speech Difficulty
A, C and D
None of the above
Deoxygenated blood is normally found only:
in the heart’s atria
in the heart’s ventricles
in the right side of the heart
in the left side of the heart
Loop diuretics are preferred diuretics in which of the following diseases? -select all that apply
Hypertension
Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Arrhythmias
Why is it important to call 9-1-1 in a stroke emergency? Select all that apply
Time lost is brain lost, quick treatment may save your life and reduce disability
Receiving treatment within 3-4.5 hours can significantly reduce long-term brain damage
EMS/Paramedics can notify the hospital that they are coming with a potential stroke patient so you can receive quick treatment once you arrive
Aspirin is believed to inhibit clotting by its action on which of the following endogenous substances?
serotonin
cyclooxygenase
fibrinogen
endorphin A
xanthine oxidase
Which of these lifestyle changes WILL NOT help you control your risk of high blood pressure?
Eat a heart-healthy diet
Give up smoking. This time, for good
Cut the fluid intake
Cut your salt intake. Try substituting herbs and spices
Physical activity can counteract the harmful effects of other risk factors like high cholesterol and high blood pressure.
True
False
Which of the following drug classes cause Hypokalemia? Select all that aply
Thiazides Diuretics
ACEi
Loop Diuretics
ARBs
Methyldopa is associated with – select all that apply
Anemia
Positive Coombs test
Kidney Failure
DILE
Being diagnosed with high blood pressure means you are destined to take the Antihypertensive medications continuously
True
False
Which of the following is the most desirable blood pressure reading?
130/90
100/60
140/80
Lower than 120/80
The main cause of high blood pressure is:
Stress
Obesity
Unknown
Aging
Supraventricular Arrhythmias are Tachycardias that occur either in SA node or Atrium
True
False
Terazosin is an example of
Angiotensin Receptor blocker
Aldosterone Receptor Blocker
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
Alpha 1 Blocker
Which of the following groups has the highest rate of high blood pressure?
Caucasians
African Americans
Hispanics
Asian/Pacific Islanders
High blood pressure medication is usually prescribed to be taken:
Under stressful situations
As a lifelong way to manage high blood pressure
When activities require physical exertion
Whenever a patient feels bad
Preferred Beta Blockers for HF are all of these, Except
Bisoprolol
Metoprolol IR
Carvedilol
Diuretics which may result in hyperkalemia when used in a patient also receiving potassium supplementation include:
A. amiloride
B. mannitol
C. triamterene
D. bumetanide
A,B,C
A,C
B,D
D only
All are correct
A pharmacist is about to dispense bumetanide. Which of the following concerns should be considered in using this product?
I. Ototoxicity may occur.
II. Potassium supplementation may be required.
III. Patients with sulfa hypersensitivity should not use this product.
I only
III only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III
Symptoms of Heart Failure are? – Select all that apply
Pulmonary Congestion
Arrhythmia
Fluid & water retention
Skipping heart beats
Antiarrhythmic drugs can be separated into four groups, types I to IV. All of the following are type I antiarrhythmic drugs EXCEPT:
quinidine
lidocaine
procainamide
Ibutilide
The bulging and spilling out of blood from blood vessels most commonly occur in
Ischemic Stroke
Hemorrhagic Stroke
TIA
All of the above
Clonidine hydrochloride lowers blood pressure by reducing sympathetic tone. It is believed to act by inhibiting sympathetic outflow from the vasomotor center in the medulla. A potentially serious adverse reaction that has been reported is:
ventricular fibrillation
anaphylaxis
irreversible nephrotoxicity
withdrawal syndrome resembling hypertensive crisis
Peripheral resistance of blood vessels:
decreases as the length of the blood vessel increases
increases as the diameter of the blood vessel increases
increases as the viscosity of blood increases
does not play a major role in affecting one’s blood pressure
How much physical activity is enough?
20 minutes every day
90 minutes a day once you are in shape
150 minutes per week
It depends on the size of your heart
These all are true for Digoxin, Except
Increases QoL
Help decreasing Deaths
Increase Cardiac output
Positive Inotrope & Negative Inotrope
Which of the following Beta Blockers are related with ISA-Select all that apply
Atenolol
Penbutolol
Acebutolol
Carvedilol
Pindolol
Intraoperative Floppy Iris syndrome is related to
Direct Vasodilators
Alpha 2 Agonists
Alpha 1 Blockers
Beta Blockers
Metabolic alkalosis may be a complication of the administration of:
hydrochlorothiazide
bumetanide
furosemide
acetazolamide
Which of the following beta Blockers are Cardio-selective- Select all that apply
Metoprolol
Acebutolol
Atenolol
Pindolol
Timolol
Women get the same benefits from being physically active as men.
True
False
Which of the following is indicated for the prevention of thrombotic/Ischemic stroke?
Nimodipine
ticlopidine
cilostazol
Manitol
You can prevent heart disease by being physically active.
True
False
The pulmonary veins:
carry oxygenated blood away from the heart
carry oxygenated blood towards the heart
carry deoxygenated blood away from the heart
carry deoxygenated blood towards the heart
These are all true for Alteplase, except
It helps dissolving the clot, rather preventing it from happen
Need to make sure patient has the clot before using it
Treatment should be given within 3 hours of symptoms
Patients will need to be monitored every 2 hours
The principle site of action of Spironolactone is the:
ascending loop of Henle
descending loop of Henle
proximal tubule
distal tubule
Which of the following calcium channel blockers may be employed parenterally in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias?
I. verapamil (Isoptin, Calan)
II. felodipine
III. amlodipine (Norvasc)
I only
III only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III
Preferred class of drugs to be used in Variant Angina, is?
CCBs
BBs
ACEi
Thiazides
Centrally acting alpha 2 agonists have the same contraindication, which is
Renal Failure
Mental Disease
Asthma
Liver Disease
These are the drugs which comes under the above-mentioned drug class-select all that apply
Hydralazine
Clonidine
Minoxidil
Methyldopa
Most common type of stroke is
Ischemic Stroke
Hemorrhagic Stroke
Transient Ischemic Stroke
All of the above
Being obese is the biggest risk factor for heart disease
True
False
DILE & Reflex tachycardia are related with
Lisinopril
Minoxidil
Hydralazine
Clonidine
Which of these fats can lower my LDL ("bad") cholesterol and decrease my risk of heart disease?
Partially hydrogenated oils
Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats
Monosaturated fats and polysaturated fats
Saturated fats and trans fats
What is the term for a heart valve that is narrowed and will not fully open?
Valve Insufficiency
Valve Regurgitation
Valve Stenosis
Valve Dysplasia
These are major sign & symptoms in stroke, Except:
Confusion
Trouble Movement
Headache
Trouble hearing
Numbness
Which of the following drugs included in Antiarrhythmic Class Ic? Select all that apply
Lidocaine
Flecainide
Mexiletine
Propafenone
Enalapril is an example of
Angiotensin Receptor blocker
Aldosterone Receptor Blocker
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
Alpha 1 Blocker
Nimodipine is preferred for the Treatment of
ICH
TIA
Ischemic Stroke
SAH
Which of the following Diuretic classes cause Hyperuricemia? Select all that apply
Thiazides
Loops
Both of the above
K-sparings
All of the above
This drug is used in combination and is a Neprilysin Inhibitor
Trandolapril
Ivabradine
Sacubitril
Valsartan
Ventricular Fibrillation is the most common type of Arrhythmias
True
False
BNP Test is used most commonly to diagnose
Hypertension
Angina
Stroke
Heart Failure
Alpha1 Blocker drugs should be avoided in Elderly patients because of its prominent side effect, which is
Reflex Tachycardia
Edema
Angina
Orthostatic Hypotension
These are all side effects related to Amiodarone, Except
Pulmonary toxicity
Pneumonitis
Corneal deposition
Ataxia
Ototoxicity
Which two valves are most commonly affected by heart valve disease in humans?
Tricuspid & Pulmonary
Aortic & Mitral
Pulmonary & Aortic
Tricuspid & Mitral
What kinds of problems can cause heart valves to malfunction?
A heart valve can develop an infection
A valve can get stuck and fail to fully open
A valve can leak
All of the above
For the secondary prevention of Ischemic Stroke, we prefer to give if patient had TIA/non-cardio embolic stroke, and if the patient had cardio-embolic stoke
Which of the following is preferred for the treatment of Intracerebral Hemorrhagic Stroke?
Nimodipine
Ticlopidine
Cilostazol
Mannitol
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in the United States.
True
False
The lining of the inner walls of the heart’s chambers is termed the:
visceral pericardium
serous pericardium
epicardium
myocardium
endocardium
The “first-dose” effect is characterized by marked hypotension and syncope upon taking the first few doses of certain medications. Which of the following drug(s) are likely to cause this effect?
I. terazosin (Hytrin)
II. nisoldipine (Sular)
III. acebutolol (Sectral)
I only
III only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III only
Thiazides diuretics are preferred drug of choice in which of the following diseases?
Hypertension
Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Arrhythmias
In Subarachnoid Hemorrhage the bleeding occurs in the brain and surrounding tissues, whereas in Intracerebral Hemorrhage, the bleeding occurs between the space of brain and tissues?
True
False
Which of the following Medications should be avoided in patients with HF-Select all that apply
Aspirin
Daunorubicin
Methamphetamine
Class I & IV anti-arrhythmic drugs
Ibuprofen
Amlodipine
Which one of the following beta-adrenergic blocking agents is MOST likely to cause central nervous system adverse effects?
acebutolol (Sectral)
atenolol (Tenormin)
pindolol (Visken)
propranolol HCl (Inderal)
What is true about Aggrenox-select all that apply
Used for the prevention of Hemorrhagic Stroke
Should be kept in Original bottle
Increases cAMP, leading to platelet aggregation inhibition
Can increase the risk of Bleeding
The outermost layer of the heart’s serous pericardium is termed the:
visceral pericardium
parietal pericardium
epicardium
myocardium
endocardium
These are all symptoms of Right sided heart Failure, Except
Rales
Edema
Hepatomegaly
Jugular Venous Distention
Constipation
Telmisartan is an example of
Angiotensin Receptor blocker
Aldosterone Receptor Blocker
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
Alpha 1 Blocker
The heart’s natural pacemaker is termed the:
sinoatrial node
atrioventricular node
bundle of His/atrioventricular bundle
Purkinje fibers
The heart’s electrical conduction network found within the ventricular myocardium is termed the:
sinoatrial node
atrioventricular node
bundle of His/atrioventricular bundle
Purkinje fibers
A diuretic agent which has been associated with hearing loss when given intravenously is:
spironolactone
triamterene
ethacrynic acid
chlorothiazide
The exchange of gases and nutrients between blood and tissues is a major function of:
arterioles
arteries
capillaries
veins
Which of the following is preferred for the treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Nimodipine
Ticlopidine
Alteplase
Mannitol
Cinchonism is a dose-related bad reaction with which of the following drugs?
Hydralazine
Amiodarone
Procainamide
Quinidine
The difference between Atrial Fibrillation & Atrial flutter is that, in Atrial Fibrillation the contraction is very fast but , while in Flutter, the contraction is very fast but
How can clonidine be best described?
alpha-adrenergic agonist
beta-adrenergic blocker
alpha-adrenergic blocker
beta-adrenergic agonist
Which of the following drug classes cause Hyperkalemia-Select all that apply
Thiazides Diuretics
ACEi
Loop Diuretics
ARBs
Aldosterone Receptor antagonists
Which of the following statements best describes arteries?
all arteries carry oxygenated blood towards the heart
all arteries contain valves to prevent the back-flow of blood
all arteries carry blood away from the heart
only large arteries are lined with endothelium
Methyldopa is an example of
Centrally acting Alpha2 Agonist
Aldosterone Receptor Blocker
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
Alpha 1 Blocker
Immediately following strenuous and vigorous exercise, which of the following is most likely to occur?
blood will be rapidly diverted to the digestive organs
the skin will be cold and clammy
capillaries of the active muscles will be engorged with blood
blood flow to the kidneys quickly increases
Quinidine Poisoning include all, Except
Hearing loss
Constipation
Blurred vision
Mental confusion
Which of the following are monitoring Parameters of RAAS Drugs – select all that apply
Blood Pressure
Serum Creatinine
Serum Potassium
BUN
Which of the follow beta blocker drugs is both non-selective as well as alpha blocker?
Propranolol
Atenolol
Metoprolol
Carvedilol
Blood in the pulmonary arteries:
enters the heart’s right ventricle
is heading towards the lungs
leaves the left ventricle to enter the aorta
flows from the lungs towards the heart’s left atrium
which blood vessels have the thickest walls?
Arteries
Veins
Capillaries
You can lower your risk of heart disease by:
Reducing your salt intake
Taking vitamin E supplements
Taking folic acid supplements
All of the above
Your heart stops beating when a heart attack strikes
TRUE
False
Jaw or back pain could be a sign of a heart attack
True
False
This class of the drugs, is associated with Hypotension, decrease libido and increase glucose
ACEi
ARBs
CCBs
Beta Blockers
Eplerenone is
Thiazide diuretic
K-sparing diuretic
Loop Diuretic
Direct Renin inhibitor
Which of the following drugs are in the same class of Anti-Arrhythmics as Amiodarone? Select all that apply
Ibutilide
Dronedarone
Disopyramide
Sotalol
Dihydropyridines CCBs cause Bradycardia, whereas Non-Dihydropyridines cause Tachycardia
True
False
Which of the following is (are) true of Irbesartan (Avapro)?
I. It is an ACE inhibitor.
II. It is indicated for the treatment of diabetic nephropathy.
III. It should NOT be used in women during the second or third trimester of pregnancy.
I only
III only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III
Which of the followings are contraindications for RAAS Drugs (ACEi, ARBs, DRA)-select all that apply
Pregnancy
Angioedema
Hypokalemia
Bilateral Renal Artery Stenosis
Bronchial constriction is rare, but serious side effect of which of Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs
Lidocaine
Procainamide
Quinidine
Propranolol
An inmate being seen in nurse sick call for complaints of nasal allergies and a recent back strain. His blood pressure is 148/90 mm Hg. At intake, a month ago, his blood pressure was 154/92 mm Hg.
Based upon the reading today, this patient is at what stage of hypertension?
Prehypertension
Stage 1 hypertension
Stage 2 hypertension
Hypertensive crisis
A diuretic which is contraindicated in a patient with hyperkalemia is:
acetazolamide
chlorothiazide
furosemide
spironolactone
Initial medication orders for treatment of hypertension are likely to include any of the following except…
ACE inhibitors
Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Thiazide type diuretic
Patient is placed on low doses of Lisinopril and HCTZ, which lab work should be done for this patient.
BUN & GFR
Albumin & Bilirubin
Creatinine & Potassium
LDL & HDL
Gynecomastia, hyperkalemia, and menstrual abnormalities are potential adverse effects associated with:
A. amiloride
B. captopril
C. triamterene
D. spironolactone
A,B,C
A,C
B,D
D only
All are correct
Complications of treatment of edema with thiazides include all of the following EXCEPT:
hyperuricemia
hyperkalemia
hyperglycemia
hyponatremia
alkalosis
Antihypertensive agents must be used with caution. The medical condition for which spironolactone is most contraindicated is:
renal insufficiency
coronary insufficiency
central depression
liver disease
The principle site of action of furosemide is the:
ascending loop of Henle
descending loop of Henle
proximal tubule
distal tubule
Which of the following Anti-arrhythmic drugs can also cause arrhythmia as well?select all that apply
Class I
Class II
Class III
Class IV
Class V
Gingival Hyperplasia is most related with
Dihydropyridines Calcium Channel Blockers
Non-Dihydropyridine CCBs
Both of above
Beta blockers
All of the above
This Beta blocker is selective but also has Nitric oxide related activity
Propranolol
Carvedilol
Nebivolol
Carteolol
Nitroglycerine patch is to put on the body for
Every 24 hours
Every 72 hours
Every 12 hours
Every week
This drug can be used for Chronic Angina, mostly with combinations & is contraindicated in Liver impairment and can cause QT prolongation
Isosorbide dinitrate
Clopidogrel
Digoxin
Ranolazine
Contraindications of Beta blockers are all Except
Sinus Bradycardia
Heart Block
Bronchoconstriction
Liver impairment
Which of the following are examples of Centrally acting Alpha2 agonists-select all that apply?
Guanfacine
Clonidine
Methyldopa
Minoxidil
Drug of choices in Pregnancy for Hypertension are- select all that apply
Methyldopa
Nifedipine ER
Labetalol
Metoprolol
All of the above
These are all symptoms of Left sided heart Failure, Except
Rales
Pulmonary Edema
Orthopnea
Ascites
Dyspnea
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