Deck 27: Cardiopulmonary Procedures

Question 1

An electrocardiogram is a recording of the

A) Electrical activity of the heart
B) Opening and closing of the valves of the heart
C) Force of the blood against the walls of the blood vessels
D) Contraction and relaxation of the ventricles

Answer 1

Electrical activity of the heart

Question 2

How many leads are there on a standard electrocardiogram?

A) 5
B) 7
C) 12
D) 15

Answer 2

12

Question 3

What is a cardiac cycle?

A) Contraction of the atria
B) One complete heartbeat
C) Relaxation of the entire heart
D) Contraction of the ventricles

Answer 3

One complete heartbeat

Question 4

Diagram medical terms, labeling the word parts

Question 5

Medical Terminology

Question 6

Discuss implications for disease and disability when homeostasis is not maintained

Question 7

Describe the normal function of each body system

Question 8

Analyze pathology as it relates to the interaction of body systems

Question 9

How high is the standardization mark when the electrocardiograph is properly standardized?

A) 5 mm
B) 10 mm
C) 15 mm
D) 20 mm

Question 10

Anatomy and Physiology

Question 11

List major organs in each body system

Question 12

What is the name given to the portion of the ECG between two waves?

A) Segment
B) Baseline
C) Interval
D) Polarization line

Question 13

Identify safety techniques that can be used to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment

Question 14

Identify body systems

Question 15

Discuss fire safety issues in a health care environment

Question 16

Identify common pathology related to each body system

Question 17

Medical Office Clinical Procedures

Question 18

Describe implications for treatment related to pathology

Question 19

Electrocardiography is used to

A) Detect a dysrhythmia
B) Evaluate chest pain or shortness of breath
C) Detect the presence of cardiac ischemia
D) Determine the presence of hypertrophy of the heart
E) All of the above

Question 20

Define both medical terms and abbreviations related to all body systems

Question 21

Which of the following will NOT result in muscle artifacts?

A) Patient discomfort
B) An apprehensive patient
C) Electrodes that have come loose
D) Patient coughing or talking

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT an example of a pulmonary function test?

A) Coronary angiography
B) Diffusion capacity
C) Arterial blood gas studies
D) Pulse oximetry

Question 23

Which of the following represents an error in technique when running an electrocardiogram?

A) Positioning the machine so that the power cord runs under the patient table
B) Working on the left side of the patient
C) Instructing the patient to lie still and not to talk during the procedure
D) Positioning the limb electrodes on the fleshy part of the upper arms and lower legs

Question 24

What are artifacts?

A) The marking code recorded by the ECG to indicate which lead is being run
B) Additional electrical activity picked up by the electrocardiograph
C) A type of standardization mark
D) Rare objects uncovered in ancient Peru

Question 25

Holter monitor electrocardiography is used to

A) Assess the rate and rhythm of the heart during daily activities
B) Evaluate patients with unexplained chest pain
C) Detect cardiac dysrhythmias that are intermittent in nature
D) Assess the effectiveness of a pacemaker
E) All of the above

Question 26

Where is chest lead V₅ located?

A) Midway between V₄ and V₆
B) At the fifth intercostal space at the junction of the left midclavicular line
C) At the horizontal level of V₄ at the left anterior axillary line
D) At the horizontal level of V₄ at the left midaxillary line

Question 27

A disposable electrode is held in place by

A) A rubber strap
B) A vacuum cup
C) An adhesive backing on the electrode
D) Superglue

Question 28

A device placed on the skin that picks up electrical impulses released by the heart is known as

A) A lead wire
B) An amplifier
C) An electrode
D) An electrolyte

Question 29

Which electrode is used as a ground reference?

A) Right arm
B) Right leg
C) Left arm
D) Left leg

Question 30

Chest lead V₂ is located at the

A) Fourth intercostal space at the left margin of the sternum
B) Fifth intercostal space at the junction of the left midclavicular line
C) Fifth intercostal space at the left margin of the sternum
D) Fourth intercostal space at the right margin of the sternum

Question 31

The aVR, aVL, and aVF are known as the

A) Standard leads
B) Chest leads
C) Augmented leads
D) Bipolar leads

Question 32

Electrocardiograms are normally recorded with the paper moving at a speed of

A) 25 mm/sec
B) Twice the normal standard
C) One-half standard
D) 50 mm/sec

Question 33

The purpose of pulmonary function testing is to

A) Dilate the bronchial tubes to increase airflow
B) Remove mucus from the bronchial tubes
C) Detect cardiac dysrhythmias
D) Assess lung functioning

Question 34

Which of the following artifacts appears as small, straight, spiked lines that are consistent in nature?

A) Muscle
B) Wandering baseline
C) Alternating current
D) Interrupted baseline

Question 35

What term is used to refer to an electrocardiogram result that is within normal limits?

A) Sinus arrhythmia
B) Baseline recording
C) Normal sinus rhythm
D) WNL

Question 36

An electrolyte must be used when running an ECG to

A) Facilitate the transmission of the electrical impulses of the heart
B) Reduce the amount of dryness of the skin
C) Protect the patient from shocks that are generated by the electrocardiograph
D) Amplify the electrical impulses coming from the heart

Question 37

Which of the following devices measures how much air is exhaled by the lungs and how fast it is exhaled?

A) Tympanogram
B) Spirometer
C) Pulse oximeter
D) Blood gas analyzer

Question 38

Which of the following may cause a 60-cycle interference artifact?

A) Patient movement
B) Lead wires not following body contour
C) A broken patient cable
D) Parkinson's disease

Question 39

Electrical voltage received by the electrocardiograph is changed to mechanical motion in the

A) Stylus
B) Galvanometer
C) Amplifier
D) Patient cable

Question 40

Leads 1, 2, and 3 are the

A) Bipolar leads
B) Chest leads
C) Augmented leads
D) Precordial leads

Question 41

Oxygen combines with glucose in the cells of the body to produce

A) Lactose
B) Adrenalin
C) Energy
D) Insulin

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a low range peak flow meter?

A) Can be purchased OTC
B) Is used by adults
C) Is used by children
D) Ranges from 0 to 300

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a patient preparation requirement for spirometry?

A) Do not eat a heavy meal for 8 hours before the test.
B) Wear loose, nonrestrictive clothing.
C) Do not take aspirin for 4 hours before the test.
D) Stop smoking at least 8 hours before the test.

Question 44

Which of the following may occur when the body cannot maintain an adequate oxygen level?

A) Death of cells
B) Organ failure
C) Body system failure
D) Death
E) All of the above

Question 45

Which of the following are asthma triggers?

A) House dust
B) Tobacco smoke
C) Animal dander
D) Vigorous physical exercise
E) All of the above

Question 46

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
P wave

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 47

Which of the following does NOT require home oxygen therapy?

A) COPD
B) Congestive heart failure
C) Hepatitis
D) Cystic fibrosis

Question 48

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
T wave

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 49

What happens to the bronchial tubes during an asthma attack?

A) They dilate and go into a spasm.
B) They become hard and stiff.
C) They become hyposensitive to allergens.
D) They constrict, swell, and become clogged with mucus.

Question 50

Which of the following does NOT lead to inaccurate peak flow measurements?

A) Patient is fearful and anxious
B) Not moving the indicator to the bottom of the numbered scale
C) Not changing the disposable mouthpiece between patients
D) A crack in the peak flow meter

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for oxygen usage?

A) Store in a clean, dry, well-ventilated room.
B) Store oxygen cylinders in an upright position.
C) Never smoke while using oxygen.
D) Use at least 50 feet of tubing with the oxygen delivery system.

Question 52

The purpose of a peak flow meter is to

A) Diagnose asthma
B) Prevent an asthma attack
C) Measure how quickly air flows out of the lungs
D) Deliver asthma medication to the lungs

Question 53

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
P-R interval

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a nasal cannula?

A) Most frequently used device for administering home oxygen therapy
B) Contains two prongs that are inserted into the patient's nose
C) Does not interfere with the patient's ability to talk, eat, or drink
D) Used for patients who need a high flow of oxygen

Question 55

Which of the following oxygen delivery systems separates oxygen from the air for use by the patient?

A) Compressed oxygen gas
B) Liquid oxygen
C) Oxygen concentrator
D) Oxygen compressor

Question 56

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for measuring peak flow rate?

A) Tightly seal the lips around the mouthpiece
B) Take a deep breath until the lungs are full
C) Blow all the air out of the lungs as fast as possible
D) Calculate an average of three acceptable breathing maneuvers

Question 57

Which of the following patients is NOT a likely candidate for spirometry?

A) A patient complaining of dyspnea
B) A patient with emphysema
C) A patient who has worked in the coal mines for 20 years
D) A patient with an upper respiratory infection

Question 58

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of asthma?

A) It is a chronic disease with no cure.
B) Its symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.
C) It primarily affects the alveolar ducts and alveoli of the lungs.
D) It most often affects children and young adults.

Question 59

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
QRS complex

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 60

Which of the following is a characteristic of quick-relief asthma medication?

A) It quickly opens up the airways.
B) It is usually taken every day.
C) It is used to prevent asthma symptoms.
D) It helps to relieve bronchial inflammation.
E) All of the above.

Question 61

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Electrical, electrical activity

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 62

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
Baseline

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 63

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Below, deficient

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 64

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
ST segment

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 65

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Deficiency, blockage

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 66

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Condition of diseased or abnormal state

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 67

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
P-R segment

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 68

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Record of

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 69

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Breathe, breathing

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 70

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Instrument used to record

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 71

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Yellowish, fatty plaque

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 72

Match each of the following components of the ECG graph cycle with its definition.
Q-T interval

A)Represents the time interval from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of repolarization of the ventricles
B)Represents the electrical recovery of the ventricles
C)Represents the contraction of the ventricles
D)Represents the time from the end of ventricular depolarization to the beginning of repolarization of the ventricles
E)Represents the contraction of the atria
F)Represents the time from the end of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
G)Represents the time from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization
H)Represents the period of time when the heart restsECG Components

Question 73

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Blood condition

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 74

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Measurement

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 75

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Oxygen

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 76

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Hardening of

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 77

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Heart

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o

Question 78

Match each word part meaning with its correct word part.
Instrument used to measure

A)ather/o
B)cardio/o
C)electr/o
D)-emia
E)-gram
F)-graph
G)hypo-
H)-ia
I)isch/o
J)-meter
K)-metry
L)ox/i
M)-sclerosis
N)spir/o