Description : Which of the following regarding the anatomy of the heart is true? A. The aortic valve is tricuspid. B. The ascending aorta is entirely outside the pericardial sac. C. The left atrial appendage is ... trunk lies anterior to the ascending aorta. E. The right atrium is posterior to the left atrium.
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : True statements about ECG include: a. the P-R interval corresponds to the duration of atrial systole b. the T-wave ends at the time of aortic valve closure c. the ST segment represents repolarization of the ventricles d. all
Last Answer : all
Description : patient with rhumatic heart disease and had mitral valve stenosis Mitral vave diameter less than 1 mm In order to maintain COP what will happen : Left atrial hypertrophy and decrease ... dilatation with decrease pressure of contraction d- ventricle dilatation with decrease pressure of contraction .
Last Answer : Dilatation in the atrium with chamber hypertrophy
Description : Lidocaine is the preferred antiarrhythmic for emergency control of cardiac arrhythmias following acute myocardial infarction because (a) It has a rapidly developing and titratable antiarrhythmic action (b) It casues ... efficacy in atrial as well as ventricular arrhythmias (d) Both (a) and (b)
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : Quinidine is now used primarily for (a) Conversion of auricular fibrillation to sinus rhythm (b) Control of ventricular rate in atrial flutter (c) Termination of ventricular tachycardia (d) Prevention of recurrences of atrial and ventricular extrasystoles/tachycardias
Description : Lignocaine is the preferred antiarrhythmic for emergency control of cardiac arrhythmias following acute myocardial infarction because: A. It has a rapidly developing and titratable antiarrhythmic action B. It causes ... atrial as well as ventricular arrhythmias D. Both A' and B' are correct
Last Answer : D. Both ‘A’ and ‘B’ are correct
Description : Quinidine is now used primarily for: A. Conversion of atrial fibrillation to sinus rhythm B. Control of ventricular rate in atrial flutter C. Termination of ventricular tachycardia D. Prevention of recurrences of atrial fibrillation/ ventricular tachycardia
Last Answer : D. Prevention of recurrences of atrial fibrillation/ ventricular tachycardia
Description : A globe valve is the most suitable for applications, in which (A) Fluid flow control is required (B) Fluid contains dispersed solid particles (C) Valve is required to be either fully open or fully closed (D) One way flow is required
Last Answer : (A) Fluid flow control is required
Description : The most economical flow control valve for use with large diameter pipes is a (A) Butterfly valve (B) Globe valve (C) Needle valve (D) None of these
Last Answer : (A) Butterfly valve
Description : Check valve is used for __________ flow. (A) Very precise control of (B) Unidirectional (C) Multidirectional (D) None of these
Last Answer : (B) Unidirectional
Description : Which of the following facilitates close control of flow of fluids? (A) Gate valve (B) Globe valve (C) Butterfly valve (D) Check valve
Last Answer : (B) Globe valve
Description : Purpose of relief valve in a reciprocating pump is to (A) Protect the pump against developing excessive pressure (B) Facilitate unidirectional flow of liquid (C) Reduce the discharge pressure (D) Control the rate of discharge
Last Answer : (A) Protect the pump against developing excessive pressure
Description : Aerodynamic noise resulting from turbulent gas flow is the most prevalent source of valve noise in fluid flow control. It is caused due to (A) Reynold stresses (B) Shear forces (C) Both (A) & (B) (D) Neither (A) nor (B)
Last Answer : (C) Both (A) & (B)
Description : If due to some injury the chordae tendinae of the tricuspid valve of the human heart is partially non- functional, what will be the immediate effect? (a) The flow of blood into the aorta will be slowed ... back into the left atrium. (d) The flow of blood into the pulmonary artery will be reduced.
Last Answer : (d) The flow of blood into the pulmonary artery will be reduced.
Description : Check valve provided in the discharge line of a centrifugal pump serves the purpose of controlling the (A) Back flow of fluid in the event of stoppage of pump (B) Discharge pressure (C) Flow of liquid during operation of the pump (D) All (A), (B) and (C)
Last Answer : (A) Back flow of fluid in the event of stoppage of pump
Description : Foot valve provided in the pump is a __________ valve. (A) Direction control (B) Back pressure (C) Relief (D) Pressure reduction
Last Answer : (B) Back pressure
Description : A relief valve (A) Provides back pressure for a cylinder (B) Unloads a pump (C) Is a directional control valve (D) None of these
Last Answer : (C) Is a directional control valve
Description : Atrial Fibrilation brought on by turning on right side in bed?
Last Answer : So totally out of the range of expertise of an anonymous social network that it defies comprehension.
Description : Is there a non-drug herbal remedy for atrial fibrillation?
Last Answer : answer:Get a second opinion from a licensed cardiologist, anti-arrhythmia isn't something to play around with by eating oregano or peppermint leaves or whatever. If your cardiologist feels your treatment is adequate and ... when it could mean your life. Best of luck, I hope they get you sorted out.
Description : Assertion `:` The sino-atrial node (SAN) is called the pacemaker. Reason `:` SAN is responsible for initiating and maintaining the rhythmic contractil
Last Answer : Assertion `:` The sino-atrial node (SAN) is called the pacemaker. Reason `:` SAN is responsible ... False. D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : a. SAN generates as action potential which stimulates atrial systole. b. ECG is an electrical representation of the graphical activity of the heart du
Last Answer : a. SAN generates as action potential which stimulates atrial systole. b. ECG is an electrical ... one of the main symptoms of this disease.
Description : A: Atrial naturiuretic factor is released by wall of atria. R: It inhibits the release of renin from juxta glomerular apparatus.
Last Answer : A: Atrial naturiuretic factor is released by wall of atria. R: It inhibits the release of renin ... false D. If both Assertion and Reason are false
Description : Which of the following is true about Atrial Natriuretic Factor (ANF)?
Last Answer : Which of the following is true about Atrial Natriuretic Factor (ANF)? A. An increase in blood volume and B. ... ANF acts as a check on RAAS D. 1 and3
Description : What are all the Symptoms of left atrial enlargement?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : Atrial fibrillation/flutter?
Last Answer : DefinitionAtrial fibrillation/flutter is a heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It usually involves a rapid heart rate that is not regular.Alternative NamesAuricular fibrillation; A-fibCauses, incidence, and risk ... leaves the SA node and travels through the two upper chambers (atria).Then the sign
Description : What exactly is atrial tachycardia?
Last Answer : Atrial tachycardia is a rhythm disturbance that arises in the atria. Atrial tachycardia can be observed in persons with normal hearts. for more information medicine.medscape.com/article/151456-overview
Description : What is atrial tachycardia and how do you treat it?
Last Answer : Atrial tachycardia is a condition of the heart. This website provides some quick information that should be helpful for you: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/151456-treatment
Description : How do you treat an atrial septal defect?
Last Answer : Treatment. In the past, atrial septal defect (ASD) closure required open-heart surgery through an incision in the chest using a heart-lung bypass machine.
Description : How can I test for atrial fibrillation (a form of cardiac arrhythmia)?
Last Answer : A doctor can detect an irregular heartbeat during a physical exam by taking your pulse, listening to your heartbeat or by performing diagnostic tests.
Description : If you have atrial f?
Last Answer : If you have atrial fibrillation that is not well-controlled (i.e. the medication is not working), this can lead to some of the symptoms you describe due to a fast heart rate, which causes ... are many options to treat this disorder. He or she can also determine if additional testing is warranted.
Description : Plenty of Treatment Options for Atrial Fibrillation?
Last Answer : There is a wide variety of drugs and procedures available to effectively treat atrial fibrillation. One option involves simple changes to the patient's diet and lifestyle. Many times ... valve disorder, then successful treatment of that disorder may effectively treat your atrial fibrillation.
Description : Atrial myxoma?
Last Answer : DefinitionAn atrial myxoma is a noncancerous tumor in the upper left or right side of the heart. It grows on the wall (atrial septum) that separates the two sides of the heart.Causes, ... fibrillation.Myxomas are more common in women. About 10% of myxomas are passed down through families (inherite
Description : Cyclic GMP acts as the second messenger for (A) Nerve growth factor (B) Atrial natriuretic factor (C) Epinephrine (D) Norepinephrine
Last Answer : Answer : B
Description : Which of the following are not determinants of a postoperative cardiac complication? A. Myocardial infarct 4 months previously. B. Clinical evidence of congestive heart failure in a patient with 8.5 gm ... on electrocardiogram. D. A harsh aortic systolic murmur. E. Age over 70 years.
Last Answer : Answer: B DISCUSSION: Clinical evidence of congestive heart failure in a patient with 8.5 gm. per dl. hemoglobin concentration is a misleading sign. Evidence of congestive ... or ventricular contractions on the electrocardiogram are less strong determinants of a postoperative cardiac complication
Description : A patient has been taking digoxin for several years for chronic heart failure is about to receive atropine for another condition. A common effect of digoxin (at therapeutic blood levels) that can ... Increased atrial contractility (c) Increased PR interval on the ECG (d) Headaches (e) Tachycardia
Last Answer : Ans: C
Description : Digoxin given for cardiac failure is extremely valuable in patients of (a) Thyrotoxicosis (b) Beriberi (c) Cor pulmonale (d) Atrial fibrillation
Description : Which of the following drugs is a class III antiarrhythmic agent that is effective in the acute management of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter of recent onset ? (a) Bretylium (b) Lbutilide (c) Metoprolol (d) Disopyramide
Last Answer : Ans: B
Description : In addition to pulmonary stenosis and ventricular septal defect, Tetralogy of Fallot includes: A A. Dextroposition of aorta and right ventricular hypertrophy B. Dextroposition of aorta and left ventricular hypertrophy C. Right ventricular hypertrophy and left atrial dilatation D. None of these
Last Answer : Dextroposition of aorta and right ventricular hypertrophy
Description : The following are true about cardiac contraction: a. the P wave initiates the atrial contraction b. atrial contribution to ventricular filling is most effective at fast heart rate. c. b wave is generated by atrial contraction d. fourth heart sound occurs during atrial contraction
Last Answer : fourth heart sound occurs during atrial contraction
Description : Stimulation of the cholinergic pathway results in: a. ciliary muscle contraction b. a decrease in atrial contractility c. gall bladder contraction d. all above
Last Answer : all above
Description : Identify the hormone with its correct matching of source and function. (a) Oxytocin - posterior pituitary, growth and maintenance of mammary glands. (b) Melatonin - pineal gland, regulates the ... sex organs. (d) Atrial natriuretic factor - ventricular wall, increases the blood pressure.
Last Answer : (b) Melatonin - pineal gland, regulates the normal rhythm of sleepwake cycle
Description : Which of the following pairs of hormones are not antagonistic (having opposite effects) to each other? (a) Aldosterone Atrial Natriuretic Factor (b) Relaxin Inhibin (c) Parathormone Calcitonin (d) Insulin Glucagon
Last Answer : (b) Relaxin Inhibin
Description : Which of the following does not favour the formation of large quantities of dilute urine? (a) Renin (b) Atrial-natriuretic factor (c) Alcohol (d) Caffeine
Last Answer : (a) Renin
Description : A decrease in blood pressure/volume will not cause the release of (a) atrial natriuretic factor (b) aldosterone (c) ADH (d) renin.
Last Answer : (a) atrial natriuretic factor
Description : Which of the following would help in prevention of diuresis? (a) More water reabsorption due to undersecretion of ADH. (b) Reabsorption of Na+ and water from renal tubules due to ... Atrial natriuretic factor causes vasoconstriction. (d) Decrease in secretion of renin by JG cells. (NEE
Last Answer : (b) Reabsorption of Na+ and water from renal tubules due to aldosterone.
Description : The pacesetter in the heart is called (a) sino-atrial node (SAN) (b) atrio-ventricular node (AVN) (c) Purkinje fibres (d) papillary muscle.
Last Answer : (b) atrio-ventricular node (AVN)
Description : Given below is the ECG of a normal human. Which one of its components is correctly interpreted below? (a) Complex QRS - one complete pulse (b) Peak T - initiation of total cardiac ... R together - systolic and diastolic blood pressures (d) Peak P- initiation of left atrial contraction only
Last Answer : (a) Complex QRS - one complete pulse
Description : When the balloon on the distal tip of a pulmonary artery catheter is inflated and a pressure is measured, the measurement obtained is referred to as the a) pulmonary artery wedge ... Cardiac output is determined through thermodilution involving injection of fluid into the pulmonary artery catheter.
Last Answer : a) pulmonary artery wedge pressure. When the balloon is inflated, the tip of the catheter floats into smaller branches of the pulmonary arty until it can no longer be passed and the pressure is recorded, reflecting left atrial pressure and left ventricular end-diastolic pressure.
Description : When no atrial impulse is conducted through the AV node into the ventricles, the patient is said to be experiencing which type of AV block? a) Third degree In third degree heart block, two impulses ... , type II, only some of the atrial impulses are conducted through the AV node into the ventricles.
Last Answer : a) Third degree In third degree heart block, two impulses stimulate the heart—one stimulates the ventricles and one stimulates the atria.