Froggy Jumps Echo Cardiology QuizVersion en ligne Test your knowledge on intercardiac shunts in echocardiography with this quiz game! par Elaine Nichols 1 Which type of intercardiac shunt is most commonly seen in adults? a Ventricular septal defect b Atrial septal defect c Patent foramen ovale 2 What is the most common cause of a left-to-right shunt? a Atrial septal defect b Ventricular septal defect c Patent ductus arteriosus 3 Which imaging modality is commonly used to diagnose intercardiac shunts? a MRI b CT scan c Echocardiography 4 Which intercardiac shunt is associated with paradoxical embolism? a Patent foramen ovale b Atrial septal defect c Ventricular septal defect 5 What is the most common symptom of an intercardiac shunt? a Chest pain b Palpitations c Dyspnea 6 Which intercardiac shunt is often asymptomatic? a Atrial septal defect b Ventricular septal defect c Patent foramen ovale 7 Which intercardiac shunt can lead to Eisenmenger syndrome? a Patent foramen ovale b Ventricular septal defect c Atrial septal defect 8 Which intercardiac shunt is associated with a continuous murmur? a Atrial septal defect b Patent ductus arteriosus c Ventricular septal defect 9 Which intercardiac shunt is more common in premature infants? a Patent ductus arteriosus b Ventricular septal defect c Atrial septal defect 10 Which intercardiac shunt is often closed with transcatheter techniques? a Atrial septal defect b Ventricular septal defect c Patent ductus arteriosus 11 What is the normal range for right atrial pressure? a 2-6 mmHg b 10-15 mmHg c 20-25 mmHg 12 What is the normal range for pulmonary artery systolic pressure? a 5-10 mmHg b 40-50 mmHg c 15-30 mmHg 13 Which chamber of the heart has the highest pressure during systole? a Left Ventricle b Right Ventricle c Right Atrium 14 What is the normal range for left ventricular end-diastolic pressure? a 4-12 mmHg b 20-30 mmHg c 1-3 mmHg 15 Which pressure is used to calculate the mean arterial pressure? a Diastolic Pressure b Pulse Pressure c Systolic Pressure 16 What is the normal range for mean pulmonary capillary wedge pressure? a 15-20 mmHg b 6-12 mmHg c 2-5 mmHg 17 Which pressure is used to estimate left atrial pressure? a Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure b Pulmonary Artery Pressure c Right Atrial Pressure 18 What is the normal range for aortic diastolic pressure? a 60-80 mmHg b 90-100 mmHg c 30-40 mmHg 19 Which pressure is used to assess right ventricular afterload? a Pulmonary Artery Pressure b Right Atrial Pressure c Right Ventricular Pressure 20 What is the normal range for central venous pressure? a 20-25 mmHg b 2-8 mmHg c 10-15 mmHg 21 What is the purpose of a transesophageal echo? a To get a closer look at the heart b To examine the lungs c To assess the liver 22 Which part of the body is the transducer inserted during a transesophageal echo? a Stomach b Esophagus c Colon 23 What type of imaging technique is used in transesophageal echo? a Ultrasound b MRI c X-ray 24 What is the abbreviation for transesophageal echo? a ECG b CT c TEE 25 What is the main advantage of transesophageal echo over transthoracic echo? a Less invasive b Faster procedure c Better image quality 26 Which medical professionals perform transesophageal echo? a Cardiologists b Dermatologists c Oncologists 27 What is the typical sedation method used during transesophageal echo? a Conscious sedation b No sedation c General anesthesia 28 What can transesophageal echo help diagnose? a Bone fractures b Valve disorders c Skin conditions 29 How long does a transesophageal echo procedure usually take? a 30-60 minutes b 10-15 minutes c 2-3 hours 30 What is the most common reason for performing a transesophageal echo? a Monitoring brain activity b Assessment of kidney function c Evaluation of heart function 31 What is the purpose of a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)? a To assess lung function. b To measure blood pressure in the heart. c To provide a detailed view of the heart from inside the esophagus. 32 Which type of echocardiogram uses sound waves to create moving images of the heart? a Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). b Doppler echocardiogram. c Electrocardiogram (ECG). 33 What does a stress echocardiogram evaluate? a Kidney function. b Heart function during physical stress. c Brain activity. 34 What is the purpose of a 3D echocardiogram? a To assess bone density. b To provide a detailed three-dimensional view of the heart. c To measure cholesterol levels. 35 Which echocardiogram technique uses contrast agents to enhance images? a X-ray echocardiogram. b Contrast echocardiogram. c Ultrasound echocardiogram. 36 What is the main advantage of a stress echocardiogram over a resting echocardiogram? a It is less expensive. b It can detect heart problems that only occur during physical activity. c It requires less time to perform. 37 What is the purpose of a strain echocardiogram? a To assess the function of heart muscle fibers. b To measure lung capacity. c To evaluate kidney function. 38 Which type of echocardiogram is used to guide procedures such as heart valve repair? a Fetal echocardiogram. b Intraoperative echocardiogram. c Abdominal echocardiogram. 39 What does a contrast echocardiogram visualize? a Blood flow within the heart chambers. b Bone structure. c Nerve activity in the brain. 40 What is the purpose of a pediatric echocardiogram? a To measure blood sugar levels. b To assess heart structure and function in children. c To evaluate lung capacity. 41 What is the purpose of a ventricular assist device (VAD)? a To help a weakened heart pump blood b To prevent blood clots c To regulate blood pressure 42 Which type of cardiac assist device is surgically implanted to help the heart pump? a Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) b Pacemaker c Defibrillator 43 What is an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) used for? a Long-term heart monitoring b Blood transfusions c Temporary support for heart and lungs 44 What is a common complication associated with cardiac assist devices? a Anemia b Hypertension c Infection 45 Which type of cardiac assist device is used for short-term support during heart surgery? a Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) b Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) c Pacemaker 46 What is the purpose of a total artificial heart (TAH)? a To improve lung function b To regulate heart rate c To replace both failing ventricles 47 Which cardiac assist device is commonly used for bridge-to-transplant therapy? a LVAD b Pacemaker c IABP 48 What is the main function of an LVAD? a To regulate heart rhythm b To prevent blood clots c To assist the left ventricle in pumping blood 49 What is the primary goal of using a cardiac assist device? a To improve heart function and circulation b To reduce cholesterol levels c To increase blood pressure 50 Which cardiac assist device provides mechanical circulatory support for both ventricles? a ECMO b IABP c BiVAD 51 What is the medical term for a heart transplant? a Heart surgery b Lung transplant c Cardiac transplantation 52 Which organ is replaced during a heart transplant? a Liver b Heart c Kidney 53 What is the most common reason for needing a heart transplant? a Broken bone b Heart failure c Common cold 54 Who performed the first successful heart transplant? a Dr. Christiaan Barnard b Dr. Emily Johnson c Dr. John Smith 55 What is the average lifespan of a transplanted heart? a 10 years b 5 years c 20 years 56 What is the process of matching a donor and recipient called? a Coin toss b Organ matching c Random selection 57 Which blood type is considered the universal donor for heart transplants? a AB-positive b O-negative c B-negative 58 What is the main risk associated with heart transplants? a Infection b Rejection c Allergic reaction 59 What is the purpose of immunosuppressant drugs after a heart transplant? a Boost immune system b Reduce pain c Prevent rejection 60 How many chambers does the human heart have? a 4 b 2 c 6 61 What is the term used to describe the field that focuses on the cardiovascular care of cancer patients? a Oncocardiology b Cardio-oncology c Cardio-cancerology 62 Which of the following is a common side effect of certain cancer treatments that can affect the heart? a Hypertension b Cardiotoxicity c Asthma 63 What imaging technique is often used in cardio-oncology to assess cardiac function? a CT scan b Echocardiography c MRI 64 Which type of cancer treatment is known to have a higher risk of causing cardiotoxicity? a Immunotherapy b Chemotherapy c Radiation therapy 65 What is the primary goal of cardio-oncology? a To cure cancer b To prevent and manage cardiovascular complications in cancer patients c To improve lung function 66 Which of the following is NOT a common cardiovascular complication in cancer patients? a Heart failure b Arrhythmias c Diabetes 67 What is the role of a cardio-oncologist? a To prescribe chemotherapy b To coordinate cardiac care for cancer patients and survivors c To perform cancer surgeries 68 Which cardiac biomarker is often monitored in cardio-oncology for early detection of heart damage? a Hemoglobin b Troponin c Thyroid-stimulating hormone 69 What lifestyle modification is recommended for cancer survivors to reduce cardiovascular risk? a High-sodium diet b Regular exercise c Smoking 70 What is the term for the phenomenon where cancer treatment may accelerate the development of heart disease in cancer survivors? a Rapid cancer progression b Cardiac hypertrophy c Accelerated cardiovascular disease 71 What is the main advantage of a 3D echocardiogram over a 2D echocardiogram? a Provides better visualization of cardiac structures b Faster scan time c Higher resolution images 72 Which technology is used to create a 3D echocardiogram? a X-ray imaging b MRI technology c Real-time three-dimensional imaging 73 What is the purpose of a 3D echocardiogram? a To measure blood pressure b To diagnose diabetes c To assess the heart's structure and function 74 How is a 3D echocardiogram different from a traditional echocardiogram? a It uses a different type of probe b It provides a more detailed view of the heart c It requires sedation 75 What is the typical duration of a 3D echocardiogram procedure? a 30 to 60 minutes b 10 minutes c 2 hours 76 Which of the following is a common use of 3D echocardiography? a Bone density measurement b Lung capacity evaluation c Assessment of heart valve function 77 What is the advantage of 3D echocardiography in surgical planning? a Allows for precise measurements of cardiac structures b Shortens recovery time c Reduces the need for anesthesia 78 How does a 3D echocardiogram help in diagnosing heart conditions? a By providing detailed images of the heart's chambers b By monitoring blood pressure c By measuring blood glucose levels 79 Which medical professionals can interpret 3D echocardiogram results? a Ophthalmologists b Cardiologists c Dermatologists 80 What is the cost comparison between a 3D echocardiogram and a traditional echocardiogram? a 3D echocardiograms are usually more expensive b Both have similar costs c 3D echocardiograms are usually cheaper 81 What is the term for a condition where an athlete's heart is enlarged due to intense exercise? a Sedentary heart b Athlete's heart c Cardiac hypertrophy 82 Which of the following is a common symptom of athlete's heart? a Arrhythmia b Bradycardia c Tachycardia 83 What is the main cause of athlete's heart? a Poor diet b Genetic predisposition c Intense physical training 84 Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of athlete's heart? a Increased stroke volume b Hypotension c Lower resting heart rate 85 What is the recommended management for athlete's heart? a Complete rest b Regular monitoring c Medication 86 Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose athlete's heart? a Echocardiography b MRI c X-ray 87 What is the term for the thickening of the heart muscle in athlete's heart? a Cardiac hypertrophy b Myocardial infarction c Cardiomyopathy 88 What is the typical resting heart rate of an athlete with athlete's heart? a Above 100 bpm b Below 60 bpm c Around 80 bpm 89 Which of the following sports is most likely to cause athlete's heart? a Swimming b Golf c Endurance running 90 What is the prognosis for most cases of athlete's heart? a Favorable b Unpredictable c Poor 91 What is the purpose of a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)? a To treat coronary artery disease b To treat atrial fibrillation c To treat aortic stenosis 92 Which device is used to close a patent foramen ovale (PFO)? a Pacemaker b Stent c Amplatzer PFO Occluder 93 What is the main goal of a left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) procedure? a To improve heart valve function b To reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation c To treat heart failure 94 What is the purpose of a transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR)? a To treat coronary artery disease b To treat aortic stenosis c To treat mitral regurgitation 95 Which condition is often treated with a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)? a Heart failure b Coronary artery disease c Atrial fibrillation 96 What is the role of a septal occluder device in heart structural interventions? a To treat heart valve disease b To regulate heart rhythm c To close atrial or ventricular septal defects 97 What is the primary purpose of a transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement (TPVR)? a To treat pulmonary valve stenosis or regurgitation b To treat aortic stenosis c To treat atrial fibrillation 98 Which procedure involves the placement of a stent in a narrowed coronary artery? a Left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) b Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) c Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) 99 What is the purpose of a transcatheter tricuspid valve repair (TTVR)? a To treat tricuspid regurgitation b To treat aortic stenosis c To treat coronary artery disease 100 Which device is used to repair a damaged or leaking heart valve without open-heart surgery? a Pacemaker b Transcatheter heart valve c Stent