Cardiovascular System Exam

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Question 1 of 76

What is a condition where the pulmonary arteries become blocked by a blood clot, leading to chest pain, shortness of breath, and other symptoms?

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Question 2 of 76

Nurse's role in hemodynamic monitoring.

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Question 3 of 76

An evaluation of Mrs. M.'s response to anticoagulant therapy for her arterial occlusion should include

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Question 4 of 76

What condition is characterized by narrowed or blocked arteries in the legs or arms, leading to pain and mobility issues?

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Question 5 of 76

What is a condition characterized by an abnormal buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue lining the lungs and chest cavity?

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Question 6 of 76

What condition involves the heart's electrical system malfunctioning, causing very fast heartbeats originating from the ventricles?

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Question 7 of 76

What procedure is used to remove fluid from the pleural space to help a patient breathe more easily?

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Question 8 of 76

The client on furosemide (Lasix) is at risk for which electrolyte imbalance?

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Question 9 of 76

The client on atorvastatin (Lipitor) should be advised to report which of the following symptoms?

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Question 10 of 76

The nurse is caring for a heart client on digoxin and notes a potassium level of 2.5. What is the appropriate priority nursing intervention?

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Question 11 of 76

In cases of myocardial infarction leading to shock, which medication is appropriate to counteract shock?

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Question 12 of 76

Which structure serves as the major chemoreceptor of the heart?

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Question 13 of 76

The client is on amiodarone. What is the most important side effect to monitor for?

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Question 14 of 76

What is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to thick, sticky mucus that can clog the airways?

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Question 15 of 76

What is a condition where the heart's electrical system malfunctions, leading to an irregular heartbeat or arrhythmia?

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Question 16 of 76

Which condition is characterized by chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle?

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Question 17 of 76

What test uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the heart, allowing doctors to assess its structure and function?

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Question 18 of 76

This term refers to a change in the inotropic state of the muscle without a change in myocardial fiber length.

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Question 19 of 76

The client on spironolactone (Aldactone) has a potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L. What is the nurse's priority action?

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Question 20 of 76

What is the term for a condition where the lung collapses due to air leaking into the space between the lung and the chest wall?

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Question 21 of 76

The client on amiodarone develops pulmonary fibrosis. What action should the nurse take?

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Question 22 of 76

Which of the following is a chronic lung disease that includes conditions such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema, characterized by obstructed airflow from the lungs?

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Question 23 of 76

In an assessment for intermittent claudication, the cardiac-vascular nurse assesses for leg pain and cramping with exertion, then asks the patient:

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Question 24 of 76

The client on a beta blocker has a blood pressure of 88/58 mm Hg. What is the nurse's priority action?

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Question 25 of 76

Which fibers distribute the electrical impulse to the ventricles, causing them to contract?

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Question 26 of 76

When administering enoxaparin (Lovenox) to a client, what is the most important lab value to monitor?

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Question 27 of 76

What does the PR interval measure?

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Question 28 of 76

What is an acute respiratory infection that inflames the alveoli in one or both lungs, causing them to fill with fluid or pus?

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Question 29 of 76

The client is on a beta blocker for hypertension. What should the nurse monitor for?

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Question 30 of 76

If Mr. Simpson begins to have pain that is worse with inspiration and relieved by sitting up, your assessment of his situation is that he has developed

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Question 31 of 76

What is a condition where the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become hardened and narrowed due to the buildup of plaque?

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Question 32 of 76

Which chronic respiratory condition is characterized by the narrowing and inflammation of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing?

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Question 33 of 76

What is the condition where the heart's mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to leak backward into the left atrium?

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Question 34 of 76

High SVR is most likely to cause damage to which organ?

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Question 35 of 76

During the assessment, the nurse identifies crackles in the lungs and an S3 heart sound. Which complication of MI should the nurse suspect and further investigate?

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Question 36 of 76

Which measure would be most useful in evaluating a client's compensation in chronic congestive heart failure?

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Question 37 of 76

What is the procedure to remove a sample of tissue from the lung for examination under a microscope?

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Question 38 of 76

Which surgical procedure involves grafting a blood vessel to bypass a blocked artery in the heart?

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Question 39 of 76

The echocardiogram indicates a large thrombus in the left atrium of a patient admitted with heart failure. During the night, the patient complains of severe, sudden onset left foot pain. You note that no pulse is palpable in the left foot and that it is cold and pale. Which action should you take next?

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Question 40 of 76

The client is receiving digoxin and has a potassium level of 2.8 mEq/L. What is the nurse's priority action?

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Question 41 of 76

What is the buildup of plaque in the arteries that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases?

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Question 42 of 76

Which structure serves as the normal pacemaker of the heart?

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Question 43 of 76

What is a condition characterized by episodes of severe, acute shortness of breath, often occurring at night?

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Question 44 of 76

What is the ability of cardiac cells to respond to an impulse by contracting?

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Question 45 of 76

Which heart chamber receives venous blood returning to the heart via the superior and inferior vena cava?

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Question 46 of 76

What is a condition where the heart muscle becomes thickened without an obvious cause, leading to a reduction in the heart's ability to pump blood?

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Question 47 of 76

Which of the following nursing interventions should a nurse perform when caring for a client with congestive heart failure who has decreased cardiac output?

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Question 48 of 76

If Mr. Lane, with essential hypertension, complains of dizziness when changing position, your evaluation would be that Mr. Lane

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Question 49 of 76

A client on spironolactone (Aldactone) has a potassium level of 6.0 mEq/L. What is the nurse's priority action?

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Question 50 of 76

What is a condition where the heart beats too slowly, reducing the amount of blood pumped to the body?

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Question 51 of 76

Which type of heart valve disease occurs when the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the left atrium?

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Question 52 of 76

To assess whether Mr. Young's synchronous pacemaker is working properly, which statement do you need to remember about a synchronous pacemaker?

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Question 53 of 76

Your patient tells you that he has chest pains when he performs strenuous work, particularly shoveling his long driveway. He is not concerned about the pain, as it always clears up if he rests for a couple of minutes. The description of his chest pain is typical of:

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Question 54 of 76

What is a surgical procedure to redirect blood flow around a blocked or narrowed artery, often involving the use of a graft from another part of the body?

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Question 55 of 76

You are working with an experienced nursing assistant and LPN/LVN in caring for a group of patients. You have developed a nursing diagnosis of Activity Intolerance related to fatigue and chest pain for a patient who had an acute myocardial infarction 3 days ago. Which of these nursing activities included in the care plan is best delegated to the LPN/LVN?

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Question 56 of 76

What type of stroke is caused by a blockage in an artery supplying blood to the brain?

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Question 57 of 76

When administering furosemide (Lasix) to a client, which lab value is most important to monitor?

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Question 58 of 76

When administering enoxaparin (Lovenox) to a client for DVT prophylaxis, what is the most important lab value to monitor?

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Question 59 of 76

What is a condition where the walls of the arteries in the lungs become thickened and stiff, leading to increased blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries?

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Question 60 of 76

A patient with heart failure has tachypnea, severe dyspnea, and a SpO2 of 84%. The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of impaired gas exchange related to increased preload and mechanical failure. An appropriate nursing intervention for this diagnosis is

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Question 61 of 76

Which of the following conditions is identified by a P wave notch in the ECG of a client?

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Question 62 of 76

The client on spironolactone should avoid which of the following?

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Question 63 of 76

Which condition is characterized by fluid collection in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe?

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Question 64 of 76

Which valves close during ventricular systole and open during ventricular diastole?

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Question 65 of 76

The laboratory tests for four patients show the following results. Which patient should the nurse teach first about preventing CAD because the patient is at the greatest risk for CAD even without other risk factors?

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Question 66 of 76

What is the term for inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often leading to a persistent cough and mucus production?

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Question 67 of 76

A client is admitted to the hospital with a dysrhythmia. Which of the following is the most common cause of dysrhythmias?

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Question 68 of 76

What is a condition where the heart's electrical impulses are delayed or blocked, leading to a slower or irregular heartbeat?

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Question 69 of 76

As the cardiac-vascular nurse prepares to administer an experimental cardiac drug to a patient who is participating in a research study, the patient states that they no longer want the medication. The nurse advises the patient that:

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Question 70 of 76

The nurse is caring for a client on digoxin with a heart rate of 48 bpm. What is the nurse's priority action?

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Question 71 of 76

Which of the following is the result of central nervous system manifestations?

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Question 72 of 76

Which of the following conditions is characterized by inflammation of the heart muscle, often due to a viral infection, leading to impaired heart function?

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Question 73 of 76

Defibrillation is used immediately in cases of ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia. The reason for this is to

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Question 74 of 76

What advice about sexual activity should the nurse give to a male patient who has had an MI?

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Question 75 of 76

What is the ability of cardiac cells to generate an electrical impulse without being stimulated by an external source?

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Question 76 of 76

What is a condition where the right side of the heart fails due to increased pressure in the pulmonary arteries, often caused by chronic lung disease?

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