ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
BNP is a heart failure marker that causes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) promotes vasodilation and natriuresis, lowering blood pressure.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following can be used to decrease anxiety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can reduce anxiety symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A 23-year-old male with a history of diabetes and hypertension. Which of the following vasodilator is contraindicated in this case?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diazoxide can cause hyperglycemia, contraindicated in diabetics.
Question 4 of 5
Of the following, what is the best definition of arteries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Arteries are defined by their function of carrying blood away from the heart, regardless of whether they carry oxygenated or deoxygenated blood.
Question 5 of 5
A factor that stimulates the proliferation of smooth-muscle cells and also relates to the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) is released by platelets and promotes smooth muscle cell proliferation, a key step in atherosclerosis plaque formation.