ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Disease Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Identify the valve that prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The pulmonary semilunar valve prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle from the pulmonary artery.
Question 2 of 5
Inflammation of veins, called________, is a serious condition because a thromboembolism may occur.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phlebitis refers to inflammation of veins, often associated with the risk of thrombus formation and subsequent embolism.
Question 3 of 5
Identify the vessels that branch off the ascending aorta.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ascending aorta branches into the left and right coronary arteries, supplying the heart.
Question 4 of 5
Identify the muscular ridges that are found on the anterior wall of the right atrium and extend into the auricles.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pectinate muscles are ridges in the right atrium and auricles.
Question 5 of 5
Which wave in an electrocardiogram represents repolarization of the ventricles?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The T wave on an ECG represents ventricular repolarization, preparing the ventricles for the next cycle of depolarization and contraction.