ATI LPN
Questions for Cardiovascular Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 30 yo woman fell asleep with her legs crossed during a graduate lecture. When she awoke, she noted that the right foot was tingling and noted the foot was 'slapping' on the ground. These most likely represent which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peroneal nerve compression from prolonged leg crossing causes foot drop and tingling, resolving with time.
Question 2 of 5
When is treatment for HIV contraindicated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Treatment is contraindicated in patients who are unwilling or non-compliant as adherence is crucial for efficacy and resistance prevention.
Question 3 of 5
Weakness for 2-3 months. Labs: Na 135, Cl 105, K 3.0, HCO3 18, CRE 1.8, BUN 22, glucose 110, PO4 1.2, PCO2 30, pH 7.31, hematocrit 25%; urinalysis shows +1 protein, 2+ glucose, normal sediment, UPC 4.2 and UAC .25, UNa 30, UK 20, UCl 80. Which ONE of the following is a CHARACTERISTIC of the renal abnormality present in this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The presence of significant proteinuria and hypoalbuminemia suggests nephrotic syndrome. Immunoelectrophoresis showing monoclonal proteins indicates multiple myeloma, often associated with renal complications.
Question 4 of 5
Which bacteria is indicated by 'Staph aureus'?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Staph aureus is a common abbreviation for Staphylococcus aureus, a gram-positive bacterium known for causing various infections.
Question 5 of 5
Patients with structural evidence of heart failure who exhibit no signs or symptoms are classified into which New York Heart Association heart failure class?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Patients who have structural heart disease but no signs or symptoms of heart failure are placed in Class I of the NYHA Classes. Class II patients have current or previous symptoms of heart failure. Class III patients have current or previous symptoms of heart failure, such as dyspnea or fatigue. Class IV patients have advanced structural heart disease and marked symptoms at rest.