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TEST BANK
EKG Plain and Simple, 4th edition
by Karen M. Ellis
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, TABLE OF CONTENT
I. The Basics

1. Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology

2. Electrophysiology

3. Lead Morphology and Placement

4. Technical Aspects of the EKG

5. Calculating Heart Rate

6. How to Interpret a Rhythm Strip
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7. Rhythms Originating in the Sinus Node

8. Rhythms Originating in the Atria

9. Rhythms Originating in the AV Junction
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10. Rhythms Originating in the Ventricles

11. AV Blocks

12. Rhythm Practice Strips

II. Advanced Concepts
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13. How to Interpret a 12-Lead EKG

14. Myocardial Infarction

15. 12-Lead EKG Practice
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16. Medications and Electrical Therapy

17. Diagnostic Electrocardiography

18. Putting It All Together: Critical Thinking Scenarios
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EKG Plain and Simple, 4e (Ellis)
Chapter 1 C a r d i a c Anatomy and Physiology

1.1 Multiple Choice Questions

1) The normal heart is the size of a
A) foot.
B) cherry.
C) man's fist.
D) watermelon.
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Answer: C
LO: 1.1: State the location of the heart and its normal size.

2) The top of the heart where the great vessels emerge is the
A) apex.
B) base.
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C) chordae tendonae.
D) tricuspid valve.
Answer: B
LO: 1.1: State the location of the heart and its normal size.

3) The fibrous tissue that divides the heart into right and left sides is the
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A) chordae tendonae.
B) papillary muscle.
C) septum.
D) pulmonic valve.
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Answer: C
LO: 1.3: Name all the structures of the heart.

4) The apex of the heart is located at the
A) top of the heart, where the great vessels emerge.
B) right side of the heart.
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C) bottom of the heart, at the leftmost tip.
D) back wall of the heart.
Answer: C
LO: 1.1: State the location of the heart and its normal size.

5) Pericardial fluid
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A) decreases friction of the pericardial layers as they rub against each other.
B) prevents backflow of blood from one chamber to the other.
C) circulates through the heart's chambers.
D) lubricates the electrical system of the heart.
Answer: A
LO: 1.2: Name the walls and layers of the heart.

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6) The innermost layer of the heart is the All Chapters Included
A) epicardium.
B) pericardium.
C) endocardium. All Answers Included
D) myocardium.
Answer: C
LO: 1.2: Name the walls and layers of the heart.

7) The layer of the heart that is damaged during a heart attack is the
A) epicardium.
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B) pericardium.
C) endocardium.
D) myocardium.
Answer: D
LO: 1.2: Name the walls and layers of the heart.
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8) Which of these statements about the pericardium is NOT true?
A) It anchors the heart to the diaphragm and great vessels.
B) It is a two-layer sac enclosing the heart.
C) It serves as protection for the heart.
D) It is the wall of the heart that is damaged in a heart attack.
Answer: D
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LO: 1.2: Name the walls and layers of the heart.

9) Which of the following statements about the right atrium is TRUE?
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A) It is a receiving chamber for oxygenated blood returning from the lungs.
B) It is the major pumping chamber of the heart.
C) It is about 100% saturated with oxygen.
D) It is the receiving chamber for deoxygenated blood coming from the vena cava.
Answer: D
LO: 1.3: Name all the structures of the heart.
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10) Which heart chamber delivers oxygenated blood to the entire body?
A) Right atrium
B) Right ventricle
C) Left atrium
D) Left ventricle
Answer: D
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LO: 1.5: State the oxygen saturation of the heart's chambers.

11) The heart's valves open and close in response to changes in
A) oxygenation.
B) sodium and potassium concentration.
C) pressure.
D) the heart's pacemaker.
Answer: C
LO: 1.6: Describe the function and location of the heart valves.