Cardiovascular Nursing Assessment and Intervention Quiz
Test your knowledge on heart health with questions covering heart attack signs, hypertension treatment, nursing interventions & more.
#1
Which of the following is a common sign of myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
Hypertension
Hypotension
Chest pain
Headache
#2
What is the normal range for resting heart rate in adults?
60-100 beats per minute
100-140 beats per minute
40-60 beats per minute
20-40 beats per minute
#3
Which medication is commonly used to treat hypertension?
Antibiotics
Insulin
Aspirin
Beta-blockers
#4
What does the term 'auscultation' mean in cardiovascular assessment?
Measuring blood pressure
Listening to sounds within the body
Assessing peripheral pulses
Measuring oxygen saturation
#5
What is the purpose of the Modified Borg Scale in cardiovascular assessment?
To assess blood glucose levels
To measure oxygen saturation
To assess dyspnea (shortness of breath)
To measure body temperature
#6
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease?
Smoking
High cholesterol
Regular exercise
Obesity
#7
Which artery is often used for cardiac catheterization procedures?
Brachial artery
Carotid artery
Femoral artery
Radial artery
#8
Which condition is characterized by an irregular heartbeat that may lead to blood clots, stroke, or heart failure?
Atrial fibrillation
Ventricular tachycardia
Atrial flutter
Supraventricular tachycardia
#9
What is the primary goal of pharmacological interventions in heart failure management?
To increase blood pressure
To reduce fluid retention
To accelerate heart rate
To decrease oxygen supply
#10
What is the main purpose of thrombolytic therapy in acute myocardial infarction?
To prevent further blood clot formation
To stabilize blood pressure
To increase heart rate
To reduce inflammation
#11
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?
Dry cough
Bradycardia
Hyperkalemia
Hypoglycemia
#12
What is the primary function of a pacemaker in cardiac arrhythmia management?
To slow down the heart rate
To deliver an electric shock to the heart
To regulate the heart rate
To remove blood clots
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