EKG Tech - Ch. 1-4 Exam

Front

What is the medical term for a heart attack?

Back

Myocardial infarction.

Front

True or false: A high school diploma is required to obtain EKG technician certification.

Back

True.

Front

What are the large veins that return deoxygenated blood to the heart?

Back

Vena cavae.

Front

What is chest pain caused by lack of oxygen to the heart called?

Back

Angina.

Front

What type of diet can effectively treat hypertension?

Back

Ketogenic/low-carb diet.

Front

What is the function of the EKG technician?

Back

To perform electrocardiograms and assist in diagnosing heart conditions.

Front

What does EKG stand for?

Back

Electrocardiogram.

Front

What is the role of the aorta in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Front

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Back

Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, while veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Front

What is hypertension?

Back

A condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.