ARDMS Vascular CTL Exam: Pathology 32% Pt 1 100% Solved | Kaplan University

ARDMS Vascular CTL Exam: Pathology 32% Pt 1 100% Solved | Kaplan University

If a patient complains of a recent onset of uncontrolled systemic HTN with average BP readings exceeding 170/90 mmHg, what vascular cause should be suspected?

a) subclavian stenosis

b) portal HTN

c) renal artery stenosis

d) hepatic congestion {{Correct Ans- c) renal artery stenosis

Where is the Doppler cursor placed in the aorta to obtain the velocity used in the renal aortic ratio?

a) at the location of the highest recorded velocity

b) just below the diaphragm

c) at the level of the renal artery origins

d) 2 cm above the aortic bifurcation {{Correct Ans- c) at the level of the renal artery origins

Increased resistance in a renal artery can indicate:

a) normal post-prandial flow

b) normal pre-prandial flow

c) distal stenosis or kidney disease

d) proximal stenosis or kidney disease {{Correct Ans- c) distal stenosis or kidney disease

A patient presents for a carotid Doppler exam due to left arm and leg paresthesia. Which vessel should be closely evaluated for a potential vascular cause of the symptom?

a) right ICA

b) left ICA

c) left vertebral

d) right vertebral {{Correct Ans- a) right ICA