#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of myocardial infarction?
Chest pain or discomfort
ExplanationCharacteristic symptom indicating heart muscle damage.
#2
What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with heart failure?
Administering a diuretic
ExplanationTo reduce fluid overload and congestion.
#3
Which medication is commonly prescribed for angina pectoris to dilate coronary arteries and improve blood flow to the heart muscle?
Nitroglycerin
ExplanationFacilitates coronary artery dilation to enhance blood flow.
#4
In cardiac nursing, what is the primary purpose of the Valsalva maneuver?
Restore normal sinus rhythm
ExplanationAids in correcting abnormal heart rhythms.
#5
What is a potential complication of cardiac catheterization that nurses should monitor for?
Bleeding
ExplanationRisk of hemorrhage post-procedure.
#6
Which medication is commonly used in the management of heart failure to improve contractility and reduce symptoms?
Digoxin
ExplanationEnhances heart muscle function and symptom relief.
#7
During the assessment of a patient with chest pain, which characteristic suggests angina rather than myocardial infarction?
Pain relieved by rest or nitroglycerin
ExplanationTypical of angina, indicating reversible ischemia.
#8
What is the purpose of administering beta-blockers to a patient with hypertension?
To reduce blood pressure
ExplanationLowers blood pressure through blocking certain receptors.
#9
Which assessment finding indicates a potential complication in a patient with atrial fibrillation?
Irregular pulse
ExplanationSign of disturbed heart rhythm requiring attention.
#10
Which nursing intervention is crucial when caring for a patient with heart block?
Monitoring for signs of worsening heart failure
ExplanationEnsures timely intervention for deteriorating condition.
#11
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with acute coronary syndrome?
Relieve pain and prevent further damage to the heart muscle
ExplanationImmediate pain relief and minimizing cardiac damage.
#12
Which electrocardiogram (ECG) finding is characteristic of atrial fibrillation?
Sawtooth-shaped P waves
ExplanationDistinctive ECG pattern indicative of atrial fibrillation.
#13
What is the primary purpose of administering ACE inhibitors in the management of heart failure?
Reduce afterload and improve ventricular function
ExplanationEnhances heart function by reducing workload.