ATI LPN
100 Questions on the Cardiovascular System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 67-year-old man presents with sudden left leg pain, absence of pulses, and a cold limb. His past medical history is significant for coronary artery disease and a small aortic aneurysm. Which of the following is most likely responsible for development of a cold limb in this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Arterial thromboembolism, likely from an aortic aneurysm or atherosclerotic plaque, causes acute limb ischemia with sudden pain, pulselessness, and coldness.
Question 2 of 5
What instruction would the nurse give when teaching a patient about stage 1 hypertension?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient should decrease intake of sodium. This will help to control hypertension, which can be aggravated by excessive salt intake.
Question 3 of 5
What is the priority action when a client is prescribed verapamil for atrial fibrillation and has a BP of 88/56 mmHg and HR of 55 bpm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verapamil can cause bradycardia and hypotension, so it should be held and the provider notified.
Question 4 of 5
What lab result is most likely if a patient on spironolactone develops muscle weakness and palpitations?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperkalemia is a known adverse effect of potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone.
Question 5 of 5
What nursing interventions are essential for a client with ventricular tachycardia prescribed lidocaine IV?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lidocaine can cause CNS toxicity, and it is incompatible with many IV drugs, so compatibility must be ensured.