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