Title: Quiz: Common Cardiovascular Diseases Quiz
Course: Cardiology > Section: Module4

Q: What is hypertension commonly referred to as?
- Low blood pressure
- High blood pressure
- Heart failure
- Coronary artery disease
A: High blood pressure

Q: Which of the following is a major risk factor for coronary artery disease?
- High blood pressure
- Low cholesterol
- Regular exercise
- Adequate sleep
A: High blood pressure

Q: When does the risk of coronary artery disease typically increase for men?
- After the age of 30
- After the age of 45
- After the age of 60
- After the age of 70
A: After the age of 45

Q: Where does coronary artery disease primarily occur in the body?
- In the lungs
- In the coronary arteries
- In the kidneys
- In the brain
A: In the coronary arteries

Q: Why is hypertension often referred to as a "silent killer"?
- It has no known causes
- It presents with no symptoms until damage occurs
- It is easily treatable
- It affects only a small population
A: It presents with no symptoms until damage occurs

Q: How does obesity contribute to hypertension?
- It decreases heart workload
- It increases the workload on the heart
- It has no effect on blood pressure
- It improves blood circulation
A: It increases the workload on the heart

Q: Which of the following conditions can exacerbate hypertension?
- Regular exercise
- Chronic kidney disease
- Healthy diet
- Adequate hydration
A: Chronic kidney disease

Q: What is a common symptom of coronary artery disease?
- Nausea
- Chest pain (angina)
- Headache
- Fever
A: Chest pain (angina)

Q: Which management strategy is essential for patients with heart failure?
- Ignoring symptoms
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure
- Avoiding all physical activity
- Eating high-sodium foods
A: Regular monitoring of blood pressure

Q: What type of heart failure is characterized by the heart's inability to pump blood effectively?
- Diastolic heart failure
- Systolic heart failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Acute heart failure
A: Systolic heart failure

Q: Which lifestyle modification can help manage hypertension?
- Increased sodium intake
- Regular physical activity
- Smoking
- Sedentary lifestyle
A: Regular physical activity

Q: What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease?
- High blood pressure
- Atherosclerosis
- Diabetes
- Obesity
A: Atherosclerosis

Q: How can healthcare providers help prevent complications from hypertension?
- By ignoring symptoms
- By promoting regular blood pressure monitoring
- By discouraging lifestyle changes
- By avoiding patient education
A: By promoting regular blood pressure monitoring

Q: Which of the following is a pharmacological treatment option for hypertension?
- Antidepressants
- Diuretics
- Antibiotics
- Antihistamines
A: Diuretics

Q: What is a significant consequence of untreated hypertension?
- Improved kidney function
- Increased risk of stroke
- Enhanced physical performance
- Decreased heart workload
A: Increased risk of stroke

Q: Why is it important to recognize symptoms of angina in patients with CAD?
- To ignore them
- For timely diagnosis and intervention
- To promote unhealthy habits
- To discourage medical treatment
A: For timely diagnosis and intervention

Q: How does chronic stress affect blood pressure?
- It has no effect
- It can lead to temporary increases in blood pressure
- It decreases blood pressure
- It improves heart health
A: It can lead to temporary increases in blood pressure

Q: What is one of the key components in managing heart failure?
- Avoiding medications
- Engaging in supervised exercise programs
- Ignoring dietary restrictions
- Increasing alcohol consumption
A: Engaging in supervised exercise programs

Q: Which dietary approach is recommended for managing hypertension?
- High-fat diet
- DASH diet
- Low-protein diet
- High-sugar diet
A: DASH diet

Q: What role does genetic predisposition play in hypertension?
- It has no impact
- It increases susceptibility to the condition
- It guarantees the development of hypertension
- It only affects men
A: It increases susceptibility to the condition