Question 1

As the nurse caring for a client who has suffered myocardial infarction that has damaged the sinoatrial (SA) node, you should plan to monitor for which of the following potential complications? Select all that apply.
A)Decreased heart rate
B)Increased heart rate
C)Decreased cardiac output
D)Decreased strength of ventricular contractions
E)Increased peripheral edema

Accepted Answer

Damage to the SA node can lead to a decreased heart rate (A) because the SA node is the heart's natural pacemaker. This can also result in decreased cardiac output (C) as the heart may not pump efficiently without the proper pacing.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a healthy older client who has comes to the health clinic because she reports not feeling like herself. The client complains of increased fatigue when walking up stairs and performing normal household activities. What are normal physiological changes in the cardiovascular system that occur with aging? Select all that apply.
A)Cardiac contractile strength is reduced.
B)Heart valves become more rigid.
C)Peripheral vessels lose elasticity.
D)Heart responds to increased oxygen demands.
E)Sympathetic nervous system decreases.

Accepted Answer

With aging, cardiac contractile strength is reduced, heart valves become more rigid, and peripheral vessels lose elasticity. These changes can contribute to increased fatigue and decreased exercise tolerance in older adults.

Question 3

The nurse is preparing client teaching for a client diagnosed with peripheral edema secondary to right-sided heart failure. What intervention will promote circulation and reduce edema in the lower extremities?
A)Encourage frequent ambulation.
B)Administer antihypertensive medications.
C)Encourage vigorous exercise for 30 minutes a day.
D)Administer oxygen when the client is short of breath.

Accepted Answer

Frequent ambulation helps promote circulation and can aid in reducing edema in the lower extremities by enhancing venous return to the heart, which is particularly beneficial for clients with right-sided heart failure.

Question 4

The nurse is assessing a young adult client in the allergy clinic. The nurse recognizes that an allergic reaction will cause which of the following cardiac events? Select all that apply.
A)Erythema of the affected areas
B)Rhinitis and runny eyes
C)Swelling of the area
D)Pruritus and hives
E)Bradycardia

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse is assessing a young adult...

Question 5

Which of the following medications would the nurse expect to be included in the treatment of a client with congestive heart failure (CHF)? Select all that apply.
A)Nitrates
B)Beta-adrenergic agents
C)Anticoagulants
D)Diuretics
E)Statins

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The nurse is assessing the client's home medication and note that although the client denies hypertension, there are several antihypertensive medications. Which of the following medications lower blood pressure? Select all that apply.
A)Atenolol
B)Digoxin
C)Lisinopril
D)Nifedipine
E)Warfarin

Accepted Answer

Atenolol, Lisinopril, and Nifedipine are all medications that lower blood pressure. Atenolol is a beta-blocker, Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor, and Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker, all of which are classes of medications commonly used to treat hypertension.

Quiz 37: Circulation Perfusion

As the nurse caring for a client who has suffered myocardial infarction that has damaged the sinoatrial (SA) node, you should plan to monitor for which of the following potential complications? Select all that apply.

The nurse is preparing client teaching for a client diagnosed with peripheral edema secondary to right-sided heart failure. What intervention will promote circulation and reduce edema in the lower extremities?

The nurse is assessing a young adult client in the allergy clinic. The nurse recognizes that an allergic reaction will cause which of the following cardiac events? Select all that apply.

Which of the following medications would the nurse expect to be included in the treatment of a client with congestive heart failure (CHF) ? Select all that apply.

The nurse is assessing the client's home medication and note that although the client denies hypertension, there are several antihypertensive medications. Which of the following medications lower blood pressure? Select all that apply.