ATI LPN
Questions for Cardiovascular Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
Blood is prevented from flowing back into the left ventricle by the__
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The aortic semilunar valve prevents backflow of blood into the left ventricle during ventricular diastole.
Question 2 of 5
A 19-year-old female presents with urticaria that developed after she took aspirin for a headache. She has a history of chronic rhinitis, and physical examination reveals the presence of nasal polyps. This patient is at an increased risk of developing which one of the following pulmonary diseases following the ingestion of aspirin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD) links nasal polyps, rhinitis, and asthma, with aspirin triggering bronchoconstriction in susceptible individuals.
Question 3 of 5
In the emergency department, an older adult with hypertension is started on nitroprusside. After 1 hour of treatment, the MAP is 55 mm Hg. What nursing action is a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nitroprusside is a potent vasodilator medication. Lowering the blood pressure too rapidly may decrease cerebral, coronary, or renal perfusion.
Question 4 of 5
Which client is at the greatest risk of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, which increases the risk of digoxin toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
What is the nurse's priority action if a patient receiving digoxin has a heart rate of 58 bpm?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digoxin should be held if the heart rate is below 60 bpm. Reassessing ensures accuracy and safety before notifying the provider.