#1
Which symptom is commonly associated with myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
Severe headache
Chest pain or discomfort
Joint pain
Blurred vision
#2
Which condition is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs due to impaired heart function?
Pneumothorax
Pulmonary edema
Pleurisy
Emphysema
#3
Which symptom is characteristic of a patient experiencing a hypertensive emergency?
Profuse sweating
Bradycardia
Severe headache
Hypotension
#4
Which assessment finding is indicative of a patient experiencing cardiogenic shock?
Increased blood pressure
Tachycardia
Pale, cool, clammy skin
Increased urinary output
#5
Which symptom is commonly associated with acute pericarditis?
Severe abdominal pain
Chest pain that worsens with inspiration
Visual disturbances
Decreased urinary output
#6
What is the recommended initial action when caring for a patient experiencing chest pain?
Administer pain medication
Encourage deep breathing exercises
Place the patient in a supine position
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
#7
Which medication is commonly administered to a patient with acute coronary syndrome?
Antibiotics
Bronchodilators
Aspirin
Antidepressants
#8
What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing symptoms of acute pulmonary edema?
Prone position
Fowler's position
Sims' position
Supine position with legs elevated
#9
Which diagnostic test is commonly used to assess cardiac function during a cardiovascular emergency?
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Ultrasound (echocardiogram)
#10
What is the recommended initial action for a nurse when assessing a patient suspected of having a stroke?
Administer aspirin
Assess airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs)
Initiate thrombolytic therapy
Apply cold packs to the affected area
#11
Which type of stroke is caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain?
Ischemic stroke
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Hemorrhagic stroke
Embolic stroke
#12
What is the primary purpose of administering thrombolytic therapy in the management of a myocardial infarction?
To stabilize blood pressure
To relieve chest pain
To dissolve blood clots
To reduce heart rate
#13
Which complication may arise following the administration of thrombolytic therapy for a myocardial infarction?
Hypertension
Pulmonary embolism
Bleeding
Hypoglycemia
#14
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy in the management of a cardiovascular emergency?
To lower blood pressure
To increase heart rate
To improve tissue oxygenation
To reduce anxiety
#15
Which medication is commonly administered to reduce blood pressure in a hypertensive emergency?
Beta-blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Diuretics
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
#16
What is the primary goal of managing a patient with acute arterial occlusion?
To restore blood flow to the affected area
To administer pain medication
To reduce blood pressure
To immobilize the affected limb
#17
Which intervention is essential when caring for a patient with a dissecting aortic aneurysm?
Administering anticoagulant therapy
Monitoring for signs of cardiac tamponade
Initiating thrombolytic therapy
Encouraging ambulation