Advantages of low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) over unfractionated heparin (UFH) includes all of the following except: a) Nearly complete absorption after subcutaneous administration b) More predictable dose-effect
Wrong statement about nitrates: a) Predominantly venodilators b) Have coronary vasodilator effects c) Contraindicated in vasospastic angina d) Should be avoided in hypotensive patients Correct answer: c) Contraindicated
Beta blockers reduce myocardial oxygen consumption by: a) Reducing heart rate b) Reducing blood pressure c) Reducing myocardial contractility d) All of the above Correct answer: d) All
Threshold for transfusion in anemia with acute coronary syndrome and no hemodynamic compromise: a) <10 g/dl b) <9 g/dl c) <8 g/dl d) <5 g/dl Correct answer c)
Wrong statement about prasugrel: a) Not influenced by CYP inhibitors b) Higher bleeding risk in those with previous cerebrovascular events c) Use in acute coronary syndrome is better
“Milking effect” phenomenon on coronary angiography has been described in: a) Critical left main stenosis b) Myocardial bridge c) Coronary aneurysm d) Coronary AV fistula Correct answer: b)
Which of the following is a marker of myocardial stretch: a) BNP b) Troponin c) Myoglobin d) Galectin 3 Correct answer: a) BNP BNP and NT-pro-BNP are markers of
Reversed mismatch on PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scan is seen in: Left bundle branch block Right ventricular pacing Non ischemic cardiomyopathy All of the above Correct answer: 4)
Tracer used to assess cardiac sympathetic denervation: a) 11C-meta-hydroxyephedrine b) Technetium (99mTc) sestamibi c) Fludeoxyglucose (18F) d) None of the above Correct answer: a) 11C-meta-hydroxyephedrine Myocardial sympathetic denervation assessed by 11C-meta-hydroxyephedrine has been shown
AV block in the presence of features of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), may indicate: a) Sarcoidosis b) Lyme disease c) Myotonic dystrophy d) All of the above e) None
