ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute is called
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bradycardia is defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute.
Question 2 of 5
Two of the more common pulse points are the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The common carotid artery (neck) and radial artery (wrist) are easily accessible and commonly used to check pulse.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is used to reduce friction between the layers of membranes surrounding the heart?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pericardial fluid lubricates the pericardial layers to reduce friction.
Question 4 of 5
The second heart sound(dupp) closely follows which of the events listed below?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The second heart sound ('dupp') corresponds to the closure of the semilunar valves at the end of ventricular systole, preventing backflow of blood from the arteries into the ventricles.
Question 5 of 5
Arteries always carry blood away from the heart.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Arteries are defined by carrying blood away from the heart, regardless of oxygenation status.