ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Explain what is meant by the term 'cardiovascular drift'.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cardiovascular drift involves physiological changes maintaining cardiac output during prolonged exercise.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is most characteristic of atrial fibrillation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation reduces ventricular filling efficiency by 20-30% due to irregular atrial activity.
Question 3 of 5
In the figure above, when does the 3rd heart sound occur?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 3rd heart sound (S3) occurs in early diastole (between C and D) due to rapid ventricular filling.
Question 4 of 5
What is the type of lactic acidosis associated with hypoxia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type A lactic acidosis is associated with hypoxia, impairing oxidative metabolism.
Question 5 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.