ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Assessment Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Identify the pouch-like structure that increases the total filling capacity of the atrium.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The auricle is a pouch-like extension of the atrium that increases its capacity.
Question 2 of 5
As the external iliac artery enters the thigh, its name changes to the femoral artery.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The external iliac artery transitions to the femoral artery upon entering the thigh.
Question 3 of 5
The valve that guards the left atrioventricular orifice is called the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The left AV valve is called both bicuspid and mitral.
Question 4 of 5
The first structure that blood leaving the right ventricle passes through is the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood leaving the right ventricle passes through the pulmonary semilunar valve before entering the pulmonary artery.
Question 5 of 5
The ECG deflection produced during repolarization of the atria and depolarization of the ventricles is the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The RS complex represents ventricular depolarization, which overlaps atrial repolarization.