#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of myocardial infarction?
Persistent cough
Chest pain or discomfort
Blurred vision
Joint pain
#2
What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with heart failure?
Administering a bronchodilator
Encouraging a low-sodium diet
Administering a diuretic
Initiating anticoagulant therapy
#3
Which medication is commonly prescribed for angina pectoris to dilate coronary arteries and improve blood flow to the heart muscle?
Aspirin
Nitroglycerin
Heparin
Warfarin
#4
In cardiac nursing, what is the primary purpose of the Valsalva maneuver?
Reduce blood pressure
Increase heart rate
Restore normal sinus rhythm
Improve oxygen saturation
#5
What is a potential complication of cardiac catheterization that nurses should monitor for?
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Bleeding
Respiratory alkalosis
#6
Which medication is commonly used in the management of heart failure to improve contractility and reduce symptoms?
Furosemide
Digoxin
Metoprolol
Enalapril
#7
During the assessment of a patient with chest pain, which characteristic suggests angina rather than myocardial infarction?
Radiating pain to the left arm
Pain lasting more than 30 minutes
Pain relieved by rest or nitroglycerin
Severe, crushing pain with diaphoresis
#8
What is the purpose of administering beta-blockers to a patient with hypertension?
To increase heart rate
To dilate blood vessels
To reduce blood pressure
To promote blood clotting
#9
Which assessment finding indicates a potential complication in a patient with atrial fibrillation?
Regular heart rhythm
Consistent blood pressure
Irregular pulse
Normal respiratory rate
#10
Which nursing intervention is crucial when caring for a patient with heart block?
Administering beta-blockers
Encouraging fluid intake
Monitoring for signs of worsening heart failure
Administering anticoagulants
#11
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with acute coronary syndrome?
Increase cholesterol levels
Prevent infection
Relieve pain and prevent further damage to the heart muscle
Stabilize blood glucose levels
#12
Which electrocardiogram (ECG) finding is characteristic of atrial fibrillation?
Prolonged PR interval
Sawtooth-shaped P waves
Wide QRS complex
Regular rhythm
#13
What is the primary purpose of administering ACE inhibitors in the management of heart failure?
Increase heart rate
Dilate blood vessels
Improve cardiac contractility
Reduce afterload and improve ventricular function