Quiz for:
Chapter 20: Cardiac Emergencies

Question 1

Which major artery first receives oxygen-rich blood from the heart?

Question 2

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with acute coronary syndrome?

Question 3

What is the primary function of nitroglycerin in cardiac emergencies?

Question 4

Which type of medication is commonly administered pre-hospital to a cardiac emergency patient exhibiting severe chest pain?

Question 5

In an emergency situation, how should AAA (abdominal aortic aneurysm) be handled?

Question 6

Which symptom is characteristic of a myocardial infarction but not angina?

Question 7

What immediate treatment is used for a patient suspected of having a myocardial infarction?

Question 8

Which diagnostic tool is used to assess the heart's electrical activity?

Question 9

Which artery supplies the right side of the heart with blood?

Question 10

What does ischemia refer to in the context of cardiac emergencies?

Question 11

Which cardiovascular disorder involves cholesterol buildup in arteries?

Question 12

Which chamber of the heart receives oxygen-poor blood from the body?

Question 13

Which condition involves fluid buildup and jugular vein distension?

Question 14

Angina pectoris symptom relief is typically associated with which action?

Question 15

Which vital sign is NOT a primary concern in the initial assessment of a cardiac emergency?