Cardiac Emergencies

What is Cardiac Compromise?

• Normal functioning of the heart

• Abnormal functioning of the heart; can lead to cardiac arrest

• A type of heart surgery

• A medication for the heart

What is the leading cause of death in American adults?

• Cancer

• Heart disease

• Stroke

• Diabetes

Are all patients who experience chest pain having a heart attack?

• Yes, chest pain always indicates a heart attack.

• No, there are a number of conditions that can cause chest pain.

• Yes, but only in adults over 50.

• No, chest pain is never related to heart conditions.

What is one of the most common reasons patients seek emergency care?

• Headaches

• Progressive complications of heart disease

• Broken bones

• Flu symptoms

Which of the following is NOT a reason for an EKG?

• Fever

• Chest pain

• Shortness of breath

• Tachycardia

Which of the following would indicate a need for an EKG?

• Hypertension

• Tachycardia

• Headache

• Fracture

Where should the V1 electrode be placed for a standard ECG?

• In the fourth intercostal space to the right of the sternum

• In the second intercostal space to the left of the sternum

• On the right lower abdomen

• On the left lower leg

Which electrode is placed on the left lower leg?

• RA

• LA

• RL

• LL

What does EKG stand for?

• Electric Kinetic Graph

• Electrocardiogram

• Electrokymograph

• Electrokinetic Generator

How many leads are there in an EKG?

• 6

• 10

• 12

• 14