2. What is ischemia?

A. An inadequate supply of oxygen for the heart and other organs B. A chemical in the body's cells C. A substance that carries cholesterol in the blood away from the heart's arteries D. A type of red blood cell that carries oxygen through the body

See "Other Types of Angina" for more.

3. What is hypertension?

A. A sustained or intermittent decrease in blood pressure B. A sustained or intermittent increase in blood pressure C. An increase in stress levels D. A condition that occurs when the heart is overworked

Read "Blood Pressure" for more.

4. How many Americans currently live with angina?

A. 75,000 B. More than 6 million C. 500,000 D. 2 million

Read about who gets angina and why in "Risk Factors."

5. What can bring on an angina attack?

A. Physical activity B. Viral infection C. A head cold D. Indigestion

See "Angina Defined" for more.

6. Chest pain or discomfort may have causes other than angina. Which of the following should your doctor rule out before diagnosing angina?

A. Peptic ulcer B. Gall bladder problems C. Irritation of the esophagus D. All of the above

See "Diagnosing Angina" for more.

7. The heart is made up of:

A. Four chambers through which blood passes B. Two main chambers through which the blood pumps C. Four major arteries and one chamber D. None of the above

Read more about "How the Heart Works."

True or False Questions:

9. Elevated cholesterol is one of the primary risk factors for heart disease, but it can be managed.

A. True B. False

Read more in "Risk Factors" and "Nutrition Matters."

10. More men than women have heart disease.

A. True B. False

Read "Women and Heart Disease" for more.

11. A coronary angiogram is the most accurate test for identifying causes of chronic angina.

A. True B. False

See "Diagnosing Angina" for more.

12. The electrical system of the heart is called the conduction system. It tells the heart when to contract, or beat.

A. True B. False

Read the articles in "Heart Basics" for more.

13. The surgery called a coronary artery bypass graft aims to increase the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart.

A. True B. False

Read more in "Surgery and Related Therapies."

14. Coronary artery disease is a buildup of fatty deposits called plaques on the walls of the main arteries leading to the heart.

A. True B. False

Read "Coronary Artery Disease" for more.

15. High-density-lipoprotein (HDL) is known as "bad cholesterol."

A. True B. False

See "Risk Factors" for more.

16. Breast cancer and HIV/AIDS cause more deaths in the United States than heart disease.

A. True B. False

See "Women and Heart Disease" for more.

17. Angina affects almost twice as many women as men.

A. True B. False

Read more in Women and Heart Disease.

18. Women tend to develop depression at roughly twice the rate of men.

A. True B. False

Read the article Depression and Heart Disease to learn more.

19. Only a minority of angina patients must alter their daily routines to prevent angina attacks.

A. True B. False

Read more in Living Longer, Living Better.

20. The average angina attack lasts three to five minutes.

A. True B. False

Learn more in Understanding Chronic Pain.

21. Cooking with canola or olive oil is a heart-healthy choice.

A. True B. False

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22. Pushing yourself beyond your limits is the only way for angina patients to gauge how much exercise they can perform safely.

A. True B. False

Learn more in Exercise for Heart Health.

23. Angina patients should always check with their doctor before beginning an exercise program.

A. True B. False

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24. The female hormone estrogen may help protect women against heart disease by:

A. Lowering levels of LDL, or "bad cholesterol" B. Raising levels of HDL, or "good cholesterol" C. Preventing fatty plaques from building up on artery linings D. All of the above

Read more in Women and Heart Disease.

25. Approximately what percentage of depressed people can be treated effectively?

A. 25% B. 40% C. 65% D. 80%

Read the article Depression and Heart Disease to learn more.

26. Emotional stress may cause which of these physical symptoms?

A. Insomnia B. Stomach upset C. Headache D. All of the above

See Managing Stress for more information.

27. Progressive relaxation, breathing techniques, and guided imagery are methods for:

A. Reducing stress B. Improving cholesterol levels C. Aiding digestion D. Boosting fitness

See Managing Stress for more information.

28. The Seattle Angina Questionnaire's primary goal is to objectively measure:

A. How much a patient understands basic facts about angina B. How much angina and coronary artery disease affect a patient's quality of life C. How much exercise a patient can perform D. How long a patient's angina attacks last

Read more in Living Longer, Living Better.

29. According to one large study, angina patients typically have how many attacks per week?

A. 0 B. 2 C. 5 D. 8

Learn more in Understanding Chronic Pain.

30. Which of the following, when consumed, may help reduce levels of LDL, or "bad cholesterol"?

A. Megavitamins B. Echinacea C. Soy foods D. Coffee

Visit Nutrition Matters for more information.