Cardiovascular MCQ Questions

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Question 1 of 43

Contraction of the ventricles of the heart leads to blood moving directly

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Question 2 of 43

The physician's order says to administer Lasix 40 mg IV twice a day. The patient has the following morning labs: Na+ 148, BNP 900, K+ 2.0, and BUN 10. Which of the following is a nursing priority?

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Question 3 of 43

If damaged, which valve could allow blood to leak back into the left ventricle?

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Question 4 of 43

A patient who is receiving dobutamine for the treatment of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) has the following nursing interventions included in the plan of care. Which action will be most appropriate for the registered nurse (RN) to delegate to an experienced licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)?

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Question 5 of 43

A 71-year-old female has been treated for hyperlipidemia by Pravastatin for the past 6 months. Her physician wanted to add an additional agent to block the absorption of exogenous cholesterol. Which of the following is the best choice?

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Question 6 of 43

While assessing a 68-yr-old with ascites, the nurse also notes jugular venous distention (JVD) with the head of the patient's bed elevated 45 degrees. The nurse knows this finding indicates

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Question 7 of 43

In myocardial infarction:

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Question 8 of 43

What is the function of the foramen ovale during fetal life?

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Question 9 of 43

The greatest resistance to blood flow occurs in the:

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Question 10 of 43

When the ventricles relax

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Question 11 of 43

Which of the following does not dilate arterioles in the skin?

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Question 12 of 43

Smooth muscle in blood vessels is located in the:

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Question 13 of 43

A newly diagnosed patient with hypertension is prescribed Diuril, a thiazide diuretic. What patient education should the nurse provide to this patient?

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Question 14 of 43

What vessels deliver oxygen rich blood to the legs?

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Question 15 of 43

All 4 heart valves are closed during this time

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Question 16 of 43

Which of the following statements is true regarding fluid management in AKI?

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Question 17 of 43

Arteriolar constriction is caused by:

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Question 18 of 43

Which symptom indicates a serious adverse effect of spironolactone?

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Question 19 of 43

Which type of lipoproteins acts as a reservoir of apolipoproteins for the other lipoproteins?

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Question 20 of 43

Which is the correct order of importance in reducing myocardial oxygen consumption?

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Question 21 of 43

What is the priority nursing assessment for a client with atrial fibrillation started on verapamil?

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Question 22 of 43

The SA node discharges at 0.00 seconds, when will the action potential normally arrive at the epicardial surface at the base of the left ventricle?

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Question 23 of 43

A 45-year-old woman presents with a chief complaint of fatigue. Her BMI is 27, and her sleep experience includes frequent loud snoring and witnessed apneas. A polysomnography is performed and reveals an apnea hypopnea index of 11 (normal less than 5). Patient is started on continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, as well as dietary modification and recommended an exercise program. At follow-up visit patient reports compliance with CPAP therapy and improved energy. She has also lost 6 kg because of lifestyle modifications. Her BMI is now 24. Which of the following management strategies would be most appropriate for this patient?

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Question 24 of 43

Which of the following is considered a high-risk factor to develop hypercoagulability?

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Question 25 of 43

A 44 y/o male presents with tachycardia and nervousness. Thyroid is tender to palpation. TSH< 0.07 and Free T4 is elevated. The patient is on no medication. Nuclear thyroid scan shows a poorly visualized thyroid. 24 hour uptake is low. No iodine contamination. Which of the following is the suspected diagnosis?

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Question 26 of 43

Which information should the nurse include when teaching a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension?

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Question 27 of 43

Which one of the listed disorders is the best example of an abnormality that produces systolic dysfunction primarily because of increased afterload?

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Question 28 of 43

A patient's ECG lacks recognizable waveforms and is deemed to be in sinus arrest. The patient's sinus arrest may be a result of

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Question 29 of 43

A pleasant 58 y.o male, diabetic for at least the last 10 years, is brought to the emergency room by his wife because of her concern over foul smelling drainage and discoloration from a long standing callus on his foot. He is noted to have a low grade fever, with a WBC of 13,000. You decide to order antibiotics. Which empiric option would make the most sense?

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Question 30 of 43

The first sound of the heart beat results from

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Question 31 of 43

A 75-year-old female presents with syncope and a slow heart rate. Her ECG shows complete heart block. What is the most appropriate management?

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Question 32 of 43

What are the names of the chambers of the heart?

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Question 33 of 43

First-degree heart block is characterized by

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Question 34 of 43

Which of the following is an indication of infective endocarditis?

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Question 35 of 43

If the right coronary artery is blocked, which of the following will NOT be affected?

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Question 36 of 43

A 55-year-old non-smoking coal worker has arthritis and nodular lesions in the lungs. His PPD skin test is negative. You suspect the patient has:

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Question 37 of 43

Which of the following are caused by acetylcholine?

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Question 38 of 43

What lab values would require the nurse to notify the provider if a client with heart failure is prescribed a combination of lisinopril and spironolactone?

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Question 39 of 43

A nurse is teaching an adult female patient about the risk factors for hypertension. What should the nurse explain as risk factors for primary hypertension?

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Question 40 of 43

Identify the factors that affect peripheral resistance.

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Question 41 of 43

If you stand up too quickly and blood pressure drops, baroreceptors in the carotid arteries will signal the cardioregulatory center to send

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Question 42 of 43

A 72-year-old male presented to the primary clinic complaining of chest tightness and pressure that is increasing in severity and frequency. His current medication includes atenolol, lisinopril, and nitroglycerin. Which intervention is most appropriate in his case?

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Question 43 of 43

The biology of tumor growth most commonly follows which of the following mechanisms?

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