Final test
The test consists of 30 questions based on the topics covered during the lectures (seminars and cases). Here you can find a sample test questions from the previous final tests.
1. Indicate the correct statement about third-degree atrio-ventricular block:
- there is no need to implant the pacemaker without the clinical signs
- all patients are symptomatic and the first sign is syncope
- impulse generated in the SA node in the atrium does not propagate to the ventricle
- A,B,C
- A,B
Answer: C
2. The diagnosis of atrial fibrillation is confirmed by:
- interview (as symptoms of atrial fibrillation are very specific)
- physical examination (irregular heart rhythm on ausculation)
- laboratory findings (hypokalemia, hyperthyroidism)
- electrocardiogram (ECG)
- echocardiography
Answer: D
3. Indicate the recommended therapeutic regimen for a patient with congestive heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (NYHA III):
- aspirin, ACE inhibitor, nitrate, statin
- beta-blocker, werapamil, disopiramid
- ACE inhibitor, beta-blocker, spironolactone, furosemide
- diuretics, alfa-blocker, calcium antagonist, digoxin
- ACE inhibitor, eplerenon, amiodaron, werapamil
Answer: C
4. Which of the following group of drugs is contraindicated in acute heart failure?
- catecholamines
- beta-blockers
- loop diuretics
- nitrates
- morphine
Answer: B
5. What is the most common cause of chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction?
- drug-induced toxicity
- coronary artery disease
- diabetes mellitus
- valvular heart disease
- congenital heart disease
Answer: B
In order to pass the test, one must answer 60% (18/30) of the questions correctly.