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NCLEX quiz: Cardiac arrest!

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NCLEX Quiz

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Patients with heart disease could be admitted to just about any floor or unit in the hospital. With this in mind, let’s see how you do with cardiac questions.
The client is admitted to the intensive care area following a coronary artery bypass graft. The nurse caring for the client manages the fluid volume status by checking the central venous pressure and finds a reading of 4 mm Hg. Which action should the nurse take at this time?





The client with hypertension is being treated with diuretics and beta blockers for his hypertension. While taking beta blockers, the client should:





The client with hypercholesterolemia has an order to decrease the amount of cholesterol in his diet. Which cooking oil contains the most cholesterol?





The client has been prescribed simvastatin (Zocor) for control of his hypercholesterolemia. When taking this medication, the client should be taught to:





Which of the following is an untoward effect of angiotensin-converting agents that should be reported to the doctor?





The client with arteriosclerosis is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following is the primary responsibility of the nurse prior to the procedure?





The client returns to the intensive care unit following a coronary artery bypass graft. The nurse notes that the client is suddenly experiencing shortness of breath with muffled heart sounds. The blood pressure is 90/40, and the pulse rate is 110 beats per minute. Which action is most appropriate initially?





The client is admitted with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure. Which finding supports the diagnosis of left-sided congestive heart failure?





The client is admitted with possible thrombophlebitis. Which action should be priority?







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Marijke Durning
Marijke is a professional writer who began her working career as a registered nurse over 25 years ago. After working in clinical areas ranging from rehab to intensive care, as a floor nurse to a supervisor, she found she could combine her extensive health knowledge with her love of writing. Although she has been published in a wide variety of publications for professionals and the general public, her passion is writing for the every day person to promote health literacy.

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