Question 1

An asymptomatic 63-year-old adult has a low-density lipoprotein level of 135 mg/dL. Which test is beneficial to assess this patient's coronary artery disease risk?&#10;A) Coronary artery calcium score (CACS)&#10;B) hsCRP (high-sensitivity CRP)&#10;C) Exercise echocardiography&#10;D) Myocardial perfusion imaging

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Which risk assessment for coronary artery disease is recommended for all female patients?&#10;A) Coronary artery calcium score&#10;B) Electrocardiogram&#10;C) Exercise stress test&#10;D) Framingham risk score

Accepted Answer

The recommended risk assessment for coronary artery disease in all female patients is the Framingham risk score, which takes into account various risk factors such as age, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, smoking status, and diabetes. Other tests may be considered based on individual patient factors and clinical judgment. However, the Framingham risk score is the recommended starting point for risk assessment in females.

Deck 98: Cardiac Diagnostic Testing: Noninvasive Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease