Cardiovascular System MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Cardiovascular System, a fundamental topic in the field of IC22 Life Insurance Underwriting. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Cardiovascular System MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Q81.
Where is the adult heart located in the human body?

a.

In the abdominal cavity.

b.

In the pelvic cavity.

c.

Between the two lungs in the thoracic cavity.

d.

In the cranial cavity.

Discuss
Answer: (c).Between the two lungs in the thoracic cavity. Explanation:The adult heart is present in the thoracic cavity between the 2 lungs.
Q82.
How many chambers does the human heart have?

a.

1

b.

2

c.

3

d.

4

Discuss
Answer: (d).4 Explanation:The heart of a human being is designed as a pump and is divided into 4 chambers.
Q83.
What are the three major blood vessels in the human heart?

a.

Arteries, capillaries, and veins.

b.

Arteries, veins, and ductus arteriosus.

c.

Capillaries, veins, and venules.

d.

Aorta, pulmonary artery, and vena cava.

Discuss
Answer: (a).Arteries, capillaries, and veins. Explanation:There are three major blood vessels in the human heart- Arteries, Capillaries and Veins.
Q84.
What are cardiovascular diseases?

a.

Diseases that affect the liver.

b.

Diseases that affect the brain.

c.

Diseases that affect the heart or the blood vessel system.

d.

Diseases that affect the digestive system.

Discuss
Answer: (c).Diseases that affect the heart or the blood vessel system. Explanation:Diseases that affect the 'heart' or the 'blood vessel system' of a human body are categorized as cardiovascular diseases.
Q85.
What is hypertension?

a.

A disease that affects the respiratory system.

b.

A disease that affects the digestive system.

c.

A disease that affects the blood vessel system.

d.

A disease that affects the excretory system.

Discuss
Answer: (c).A disease that affects the blood vessel system. Explanation:High blood pressure or hypertension is an example of cardiovascular disease that affects the blood vessel system of a human body.
Q86.
What is coronary artery disease?

a.

A disease caused by the hardening or clogging of arteries.

b.

A disease caused by damage to heart valves.

c.

A disease caused by abnormal heart development before birth.

d.

A disease caused by a problem in the heart structure and function.

Discuss
Answer: (a).A disease caused by the hardening or clogging of arteries. Explanation:Coronary artery disease or CAD is caused by the process of atherosclerosis, also known as hardening or clogging of arteries.
Q87.
In which part of the heart does the exchange of gases take place in the pulmonary circulation?

a.

Right atrium

b.

Right ventricle

c.

Left atrium

d.

Lungs

Discuss
Answer: (d).Lungs Explanation:The exchange of gases takes place in the lungs during the pulmonary circulation.
Q88.
Which of the following return deoxygenated blood back to the heart?

a.

Arteries

b.

Veins

c.

·capillaries

d.

Blood vessels

Discuss
Answer: (b).Veins Explanation:Veins are the blood vessels which return deoxygenated blood (impure - without oxygen) to the heart. The superior and inferior vena cava are the largest veins in the body and they empty deoxygenated blood into the right atrium of the heart.
Q89.
What is dyspnea?

a.

Chest pain

b.

Swelling of the feet

c.

Awareness about one's own heartbeat

d.

Breathlessness

Discuss
Answer: (d).Breathlessness Explanation:Dyspnea refers to breathlessness or difficulty breathing.
Q90.
What is palpitation?

a.

Awareness about one's own heartbeat

b.

Chest pain

c.

Swelling of the feet

d.

Fainting

Discuss
Answer: (a).Awareness about one's own heartbeat Explanation:Palpitations refer to the awareness of one's own heartbeat, which may feel irregular, rapid, or pounding.
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