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Cardiovascular Disease
Contributed by: Howes
  • 1. What is a primary risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease?
A) High blood pressure
B) Insomnia
C) Hair loss
D) Headache
  • 2. What does LDL stand for in relation to cardiovascular health?
A) Low-density lipoprotein
B) Loud drumming lessons
C) Lightning detection system
D) Long-distance leap
  • 3. What lifestyle change can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease?
A) Watching TV for hours
B) Regular exercise
C) Eating fast food daily
D) Avoiding fruits and vegetables
  • 4. What is a procedure that can help open blocked or narrowed heart arteries?
A) Rock climbing
B) Skydiving
C) Ice skating
D) Angioplasty
  • 5. What is a common warning sign of a stroke?
A) Tickling sensation
B) Blurry vision
C) Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg
D) Dry skin
  • 6. What vitamin is important for heart health?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin K
D) Vitamin A
  • 7. What does CPR stand for in the context of heart emergencies?
A) Carrying paper receipts
B) Cooling pasta rapidly
C) Cutting pineapples roughly
D) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • 8. Which nutrient is known to help regulate blood pressure?
A) Potassium
B) Caffeine
C) Sugar
D) Salt
  • 9. What can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease?
A) Singing loudly
B) High cholesterol levels
C) Learning a new language
D) Collecting stamps
  • 10. What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
A) Hypertension
B) Hyperventilation
C) Hypothesis
D) Hyperactivity
  • 11. What is a non-invasive test to check the heart's electrical activity?
A) Remote control operation
B) Electrocardiogram (ECG)
C) Phone call recording
D) Tennis match score
  • 12. What is a condition where heartbeats are irregular, too slow, or too fast?
A) Recipe
B) Choreography
C) Arrhythmia
D) Symphony
  • 13. Which of the following can increase the risk of atherosclerosis?
A) Smoking
B) Reading books
C) Planting flowers
D) Eating broccoli
  • 14. What is a fatty substance that can clog arteries and lead to cardiovascular disease?
A) Coffee
B) Cholesterol
C) Rainwater
D) Sand
  • 15. What is a potential complication of hypertension if left untreated?
A) Balancing books
B) Perfecting dance moves
C) Folding paper airplanes
D) Stroke
  • 16. What is a main function of the cardiovascular system?
A) Transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells
B) Generating body heat
C) Storing excess fat
D) Producing insulin
  • 17. What can regular physical activity help reduce the risk of?
A) Skin conditions
B) Vision problems
C) Hearing loss
D) Heart disease
  • 18. What is the leading cause of death worldwide?
A) Diabetes
B) Cardiovascular disease
C) Infectious diseases
D) Cancer
  • 19. Which of the following is a warning sign of heart failure?
A) Shortness of breath
B) Nausea
C) Fever
D) Hair loss
  • 20. What type of fatty acids are commonly found in fish and are beneficial for heart health?
A) Saturated
B) Monounsaturated
C) Omega-3
D) Trans
  • 21. Which condition involves the hardening and narrowing of the arteries?
A) Arthritis
B) Asthma
C) Anemia
D) Atherosclerosis
  • 22. What is a common procedure to evaluate the health of the heart's chambers and valves?
A) Pulmonary function test
B) Echocardiogram
C) Colonoscopy
D) CT scan
  • 23. What is the term for a temporary reduction or cessation of blood flow to the brain?
A) Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
B) Gallstones
C) Heat stroke
D) Herniated disc
  • 24. Which of the following is a condition in which the heart fails to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs?
A) Congestive heart failure
B) Athlete's foot
C) Kidney stones
D) Celiac disease
  • 25. Which type of doctor specializes in heart health?
A) Cardiologist
B) Orthopedist
C) Ophthalmologist
D) Dermatologist
  • 26. How can stress affect cardiovascular health?
A) Enhance immunity
B) Boost energy levels
C) Increase the risk of heart disease
D) Improve sleep quality
  • 27. What is a common symptom of a heart attack?
A) Backache
B) Headache
C) Chest pain
D) Leg cramp
  • 28. Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
A) Age
B) Diet
C) Physical inactivity
D) Smoking
  • 29. What is the term for the condition where blood flow to the heart is reduced?
A) Anoxia
B) Hyperemia
C) Hypoxia
D) Ischemia
  • 30. What is the medical term for a heart attack?
A) Coronary thrombosis
B) Cardiac arrest
C) Myocardial infarction
D) Arrhythmia
  • 31. What is the term for a group of inherited disorders that cause high cholesterol levels?
A) Cholesterol deficiency
B) Cholesterol hyperactivity
C) Random cholesterol spikes
D) Familial hypercholesterolemia
  • 32. Which chamber of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the lungs?
A) Left atrium
B) Right ventricle
C) Right atrium
D) Left ventricle
  • 33. In which part of the body is the carotid artery located?
A) Leg
B) Abdomen
C) Neck
D) Arm
  • 34. Which of the following lifestyle choices can help prevent cardiovascular disease?
A) Eating fast food daily
B) Maintaining a healthy weight
C) Skipping meals
D) Being sedentary
  • 35. What is the medical term for low blood pressure?
A) Hypertension
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Hypotension
D) Hyperthyroidism
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