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Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy – 5th Edition by Ellen Hillegass – Full Test Bank with Answers (Chapters 1–22)

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Test Bank For Essentials Of Cardiopulmonary
Physical Therapy, 5th Edition, Ellen Hillegass,
Isbn: 9781455757886, Isbn: 2026




TEST BANK
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,TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1: Anatomy And Physiology
1. Anatomy Of The Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Systems
2. Physiology Of The Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Systems
Section 2: Pathophysiology
3. Ischemic Cardiovascular Conditions And Other Vascular Pathologies
4. Cardiac Muscle Dysfunction And Failure
5. Restrictive Lung Dysfunction
6. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases
7. Cardiopulmonary Implications Of Specific Diseases
Section 3: Diagnostic Tests And Procedures
8. Cardiovascular Diagnostic Tests And Procedures
9. Electrocardiography
10. Pulmonary Diagnostic Tests And Procedures
Section 4: Surgical Interventions, Monitoring, And Support
11. Cardiovascular And Thoracic Interventions
12. Thoracic Organ Transplantation: Heart, Heart-Lung, And Lung
13. Monitoring And Life-Support Equipment
Section 5: Pharmacology
14. Cardiovascular Medications
15. Pulmonary Medications
Section 6: Cardiopulmonary Assessment And Intervention
16. Examination And Assessment Procedures
17. Interventions For Acute Cardiopulmonary Conditions
18. Interventions And Prevention Measures For Individuals With
Cardiovascular Disease, Or Risk Of Disease
19. Pulmonary Rehabilitation
20. Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
21. The Lymphatic System
20. Outcome Measures: A Guide For The Evidence-Based Practice Of
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy




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, Hillegass: Essentials Of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy, 5th Edition
Chapter 1: Anatomy Of The Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Systems

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Multiple Choice

1. Which Of The Following Chest Wall Structures Is Located Level With The Second Costal
Cartilage Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebra T4 And T5 Posteriorly?
A. Sternal Angle
B. Jugular Notch
C. Xiphoid Process
D. Third Costal Cartilage
Answer: A
The Sternal Angle Of The “Angle Of Louis” Is Level With The Second Costal Cartilage
Anteriorly And Thoracic Vertebrae T4 And T5 Posteriorly.

Pts: 1

2. Pectus Excuvatum Is Best Described As:
A. Deformity Of The Sternum Caused By Trauma
B. Caved-In Appearance Of The Chest
C. Diminished Rib Angle Anteriorly
D. Conical Shape Of The Thoracic Cage
Answer: B
Pectus Excuvatum Is A Common Congenital Deformity Of The Anterior Wall Of The Chest, In
Which Several Ribs And The Sternum Grow Abnormally; It Produces A Caved -In Or Sunken
Appearance Of The Chest.

Pts: 1

3. The True Ribs Are Best Defined By Which Of The Following Statements?
A. Vertebrochondral Ribs
B. Vertebrosternal Ribs
C. Ribs 11 And 12
D. Ribs 8, 9, And 10
Answer: B
The First Seven Ribs Attach Via Their Costal Cartilages To The Sternum And Are Called The
True Ribs (Also Known As The Vertebrosternal Ribs).

Pts: 1




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4. Which Of The Following Interventions Is Most Appropriate For A Patient With Lower Rib
Fractures?
A. Short, Shallow Breaths
B. Pursed Lip Breathing
C. Deep Breaths With Splinting
D. Breathing With Arms Raised
Answer: C
It Is Important For All Therapists To Recommend Breathing (Deep Breathing), Splinting (I.E.,
Pillow), And Coughing Strategies For Patients With Rib Fractures.

Pts: 1

5. Which Of The Following Positions Facilitates Greater Excursion Of Both Hemidiaphragms At
Rest?
A. Supine Position
B. Sidelying Position
C. Standing Position
D. Sitting Position
Answer: A
In The Supine Position, Without The Effects Of Gravity, The Level Of The Diaphragm In The
Thoracic Cavity Rises. This Allows For A Relatively Greater Excursion.

Pts: 1

6. Which Of The Following Muscles Help To Achieve The Active Process Of Inspiration At Rest?
A. Sternocleidomastoid
B. Diaphragm
C. Abdominal Muscles
D. Trapezius
Answer: B
The Diaphragm And Internal Intercostals (Intercartilaginous Portion) Are The Essential Muscles
To Achieve The Active Process Of Inspiration At Rest. Abdominal Muscles Assist With
Expiration. The Sternocleidomastoid And Trapezius Are Accessory Muscles And Assist With A
More Forceful Inspiration.

Pts: 1

7. Which Of The Following Accessory Muscles Of Ventilation Function To Elevate And Fix The
First And Second Ribs?
A. Sternocleidomastoid Muscle
B. Serratus Anterior
C. Latissimus Dorsi
D. Scalene
Muscle Answer:

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