The cardiac marker ___________ rises 3 hours after a myocardial infarct and measures myocardial contractile protein.
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Question 2The life support system that uses special techniques, ventilation equipment, and therapies for emergency situations is ________.
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Question 3The nurse explains that the heart has the ability to contract in a rhythmic pattern that is called ____________.
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Question 4Which of the following are signs of digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ringing in the ears
b. Bradycardia
c. Headache
d. Visual disturbance
e. Hematuria
f.
Gastrointestinal complaints
Question 5The nurse points out which of the following as modifiable risks for coronary artery disease (CAD)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Diabetes mellitus
b. Heredity
c. Smoking
d. Hypertension
e. Hyperlipidemia
f.
Age
Question 6What is the transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) used for? (Select all that apply.)
a. Detect thrombi before a cardioversion
b. Check for cardiac arrhythmias
c. Visualize vegetation on the heart valves
d. Measure effectiveness of diuretic therapy
e. Visualize abscesses on the heart valves
Question 7When assessing a patient with a possible MI, what should the nurse assess for? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pain radiating to left arm and jaw
b. Hypertension
c. Pallor
d. Diaphoresis
e. Erratic behavior
f.
Cardiac rhythm changes
Question 8The nurse outlines which of the following as conditions that would disqualify a candidate for a heart transplant? (Select all that apply.)
a. Recent malignancy
b. Dilated cardiomyopathy
c. Peptic ulcer disease
d. Diabetes type 2
e. Severe obesity
f.
Inoperable coronary artery disease
Question 9Which information should be taught to patients starting on anticoagulant therapy for a valvular disorder? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increase the dose of aspirin for better therapy.
b. Take medication at the same time each day.
c. Report to physician cuts that do not stop bleeding with direct pressure.
d. No restrictions for food or drink.
e. Report for prescribed blood tests (PTT, INR, CBC, blood sugar).
Question 10The nurse making the schedule for the daily dose of furosemide (Lasix) would schedule the administration for which of the following times?
a. Late in the afternoon
b. At bedtime
c. With any meal
d. In the morning
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