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Cardiovascular and Hematological Disorders in Nursing Practice Quiz

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Which condition is characterized by the accumulation of excess fluid in the interstitial spaces?

Edema

Explanation

Fluid accumulation in tissues causing swelling.

Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis?

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

Explanation

Elevated LDL cholesterol contributes to arterial plaque buildup.

Which of the following is a classic symptom of myocardial infarction (heart attack)?

Chest pain or discomfort

Explanation

Commonly presents as severe chest pain.

Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency of vitamin B12?

Pernicious anemia

Explanation

Vitamin B12 deficiency causing red blood cell reduction.

Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

Pulmonary embolism

Explanation

Blood clot from DVT travels to lungs causing blockage.

Which of the following is a primary risk factor for the development of coronary artery disease (CAD)?

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

Explanation

Elevated LDL cholesterol contributes to plaque formation in coronary arteries.

Which term refers to an abnormally high level of red blood cells in the blood?

Polycythemia

Explanation

Excessive red blood cell production.

Which drug is commonly used to prevent platelet aggregation and reduce the risk of blood clots?

Aspirin

Explanation

Antiplatelet medication inhibiting blood clot formation.

Which of the following is a common complication of chronic hypertension?

Heart failure

Explanation

Chronic high blood pressure can lead to heart muscle weakening.

#10

Which drug is commonly used to treat hypertension by blocking the action of angiotensin II?

Losartan

Explanation

Angiotensin II receptor blocker lowering blood pressure.

#11

Which of the following is a characteristic sign of sickle cell anemia?

Jaundice

Explanation

Yellowing of skin and eyes due to red blood cell destruction.

#12

Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat heart failure by inhibiting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?

Enalapril

Explanation

Blocks hormone system to reduce blood pressure and heart strain.

#13

Which condition is characterized by a deficiency in clotting factors, resulting in prolonged bleeding?

Hemophilia

Explanation

Genetic disorder impairing blood clotting.

#14

Which condition is characterized by an abnormal and uncontrolled multiplication of white blood cells in the bone marrow?

Leukemia

Explanation

Bone marrow produces excessive abnormal white blood cells.

#15

Which disorder is characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin that causes red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped?

Sickle cell anemia

Explanation

Genetic disorder causing abnormal hemoglobin and sickle-shaped cells.

#16

Which disorder is characterized by a deficiency of platelets in the blood, leading to impaired blood clotting?

Thrombocytopenia

Explanation

Low platelet count causing bleeding issues.

#17

Which disorder is characterized by abnormal bleeding into the joints and soft tissues due to a deficiency in clotting factor VIII?

Hemophilia

Explanation

Genetic disorder causing clotting factor deficiency.

Cardiovascular and Hematological Disorders in Nursing Practice Quiz

Which condition is characterized by the accumulation of excess fluid in the interstitial spaces?

Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis?

Which of the following is a classic symptom of myocardial infarction (heart attack)?

Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency of vitamin B12?

Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

Which of the following is a primary risk factor for the development of coronary artery disease (CAD)?

Which term refers to an abnormally high level of red blood cells in the blood?

Which drug is commonly used to prevent platelet aggregation and reduce the risk of blood clots?

Which of the following is a common complication of chronic hypertension?

Which drug is commonly used to treat hypertension by blocking the action of angiotensin II?

Which of the following is a characteristic sign of sickle cell anemia?

Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat heart failure by inhibiting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?

Which condition is characterized by a deficiency in clotting factors, resulting in prolonged bleeding?

Which condition is characterized by an abnormal and uncontrolled multiplication of white blood cells in the bone marrow?

Which disorder is characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin that causes red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped?

Which disorder is characterized by a deficiency of platelets in the blood, leading to impaired blood clotting?

Which disorder is characterized by abnormal bleeding into the joints and soft tissues due to a deficiency in clotting factor VIII?

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