ATI LPN
Questions About the Cardiovascular System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 30-year-old male smoker presents with gangrene of his extremities. Which one of the following histologic findings from a biopsy of the blood vessels supplying this area would be most suggestive of the diagnosis of Buerger's disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans) is characterized by segmental thrombosing vasculitis with microabscesses in the thrombus, commonly affecting young male smokers and leading to extremity gangrene.
Question 2 of 5
After providing teaching about benazepril, which statement by the patient indicates correct understanding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Benazepril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. The medication inhibits the breakdown of bradykinin, which may cause a dry, hacking cough.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most important nursing intervention for a client prescribed furosemide for pulmonary edema secondary to heart failure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, so potassium levels must be monitored.
Question 4 of 5
What assessment finding would indicate that spironolactone therapy is effective in a patient with heart failure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone reduces fluid overload, leading to improved respiratory status and decreased peripheral edema.
Question 5 of 5
What is a priority nursing assessment when administering an ACE inhibitor to a patient with heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ACE inhibitors can cause hyperkalemia, so the nurse should monitor for signs like muscle weakness, which could indicate elevated potassium levels.