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Cardiovascular Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Anastomoses are important for providing collateral circulation
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anastomoses are connections between vessels that allow alternative blood flow routes, aiding collateral circulation.
Question 2 of 5
The correct order of the layers of the heart from deep to superficial are:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The layers of the heart from deep to superficial are endocardium, myocardium, and epicardium.
Question 3 of 5
If the sinoatrial node is setting the pace for the heartbeat, it will usually be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under normal conditions, the SA node sets a pace of approximately 70-75 beats per minute.
Question 4 of 5
Vasomotor control mechanisms influence:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vasomotor control, regulated by the autonomic nervous system, primarily affects the diameter of arterioles, altering peripheral resistance and blood flow.
Question 5 of 5
A 53-yr-old patient with stage D heart failure and type 2 diabetes asks the nurse whether heart transplant is a possible therapy. Which response by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Indications for a heart transplant include end-stage heart failure (stage D), but other factors such as coping skills, family support, and patient motivation to follow the rigorous posttransplant regimen are also considered. Patients with diabetes who have well-controlled blood glucose levels may be candidates for heart transplant. Although heart transplants can be associated with many complications, there are no data to suggest that the patient could not manage the care.