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Coarctation of the aorta is associated with? - ANSWERSbicuspid aortic valve Patients with lupus will sometimes get what type of endocarditis? - ANSWERSLibman-Sachs endocarditis Prosthetic cardiac valves are classified as: - ANSWERSmechanical and bioprosthetic How do you assess the right atrial pressure based on the size and collapsibility of the inferior vena cava (IVC)? - ANSWERS3mmHg= normal IVC (<2cm) & (>50%) collapses 8mmHg= intermediate 15mmHg= dilated (>2cm) & no colla...

Luffing describes a. a sail not rimmed as efficiently as possible that is loose at the leading edge b. a sail working as efficient as possible c. a sail; not trimmed as efficiently as possible because the sail is trimmed too close. d. a sail that has not been raised - ANSWERSa. Which of the following describes going form a broad reach to a close reach on the same tack? a. tacking b. jibing c. heading up d. bearing away - ANSWERSc. For a boat to go upwind it's sails are made to ...

Center of Lateral Resistance (CLR) - ANSWERSthe focal point of all the forces resisting slipping sideways through the water (keel and rudder) Center of Effort - ANSWERStheoretical focal point of the force generated by the wind acting on the sail(s) - main and jib Drag - ANSWERSslowing force resulting from the friction of a boat moving through water when a boat is sailing upwind, it slips to - ANSWERSleeward centerboard's primary responsibility - ANSWERSresistance to side-slipping ...

mainsail - ANSWERSThe primary sail on a sloop; the forward edge is attached to the mast and the foot is attached to the boom Genoa - ANSWERSLarge headsail that overlaps the mast; best for light to moderate winds Jib - ANSWERSSmall headsail set forward of the mast; best for strong winds Windward - ANSWERSthe side of the boat closer to the wind Port - ANSWERSthe left side of the boat when facing the bow Starboard - ANSWERSthe right side of the boat when facing the bow Leeward - A...

Windward - ANSWERSThe side of the boat closer to the wind Port - ANSWERSThe left side of the boat when facing the bow Starboard - ANSWERSThe right side of the boat when facing the bow Leeward - ANSWERSThe side of the boat closer to the wind Astern - ANSWERSThe direction behind the boat Abeam - ANSWERSThe direction at a right angle to the boat's centerline Heel - ANSWERSAction of boat leaning caused by the wind Beam - ANSWERSMeasurement of the greatest width of the boat ...

Which of the following lines would NOT be used in handling a jib or staysail? - ANSWERSDownhaul You can make temporary repairs best for a broken forestay by using: - ANSWERSThe jib or main halyard. A sailing vessel with the wind coming over the port side is said to be a: - ANSWERSPort Tack In order to maintain forward speed when changing from a close reach to a broad reach, you should: - ANSWERSEase the sheets and shift weight inboard. What is the proper method to fix running rigging...

What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass? - ANSWERShalyard In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a small dinghy? - ANSWERSwindward side What does Heaving-to require? - ANSWERSa backed jib What is the term for changing direction toward the wind? - ANSWERSheading up Which of the following is stated in the navigation rules regarding collisions? - ANSWERSall vessels must take measures to avoid collisions In a man overboard rescue situati...

The ______ is the forward part of the boat. - ANSWERSa. Bow To turn a sailboat, a tiller is moved - ANSWERSc. In the opposite direction that you want to turn the boat The three corners of a sail are - ANSWERSb. Head, tack, & clew The shrouds - ANSWERSc. Are part of the standing rigging and support the mast The purpose of the rudder is to - ANSWERSb. Steer the boat The AREA OF NO PROPULSION is - ANSWERSd. An area that must be turned through when tacking Which crew member or memb...

Which part of the sail do battens support? - ANSWERSleech what is the horizontal flow of air called? - ANSWERScurrent What is indicated when telltales stream straight back on a sail? - ANSWERSsmooth air flow moved towards the sail - ANSWERSWhat is done with the tiller to start a tack? What is a boat doing when it is in irons? - ANSWERSpointing into the wind When on a run, you should be concerned with which of the following? - ANSWERSan accidental jibe In a capsize situation, wh...

The flat surface area on top of the boat. - ANSWERSDeck The front of the boat. - ANSWERSBow The roof and sides of the cabin house. - ANSWERSCabin Trunk The left side of the boat facing forward. - ANSWERSPort The low space in the deck where the crew sits and the tiller is located. - ANSWERSCockpit The back of the boat. - ANSWERSStern The steering foil, directed by a tiller, that is used to turn the boat. - ANSWERSRudder The flat or slightly curved surface at the stern of the ...