In discussing rehabilitation following aortic valv

Question 1 of 5

In discussing rehabilitation following aortic valve replacement, which response is most appropriate regarding sexual activity?

A. Normal sex is much too strenuous and must be omitted from your activities B. Sexual activity is appropriate, but if you or your partner have concerns there are ways to reduce the stress C. Go to a sex counselor who really knows about those things D. Read this book from the American Heart Association

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Balanced advice addresses both safety and concerns.

Question 2 of 5

You are observing the cardiac rhythms for patients in the coronary care unit. Which of these patients will need immediate intervention?

A. A patient admitted with heart failure who has atrial fibrillation with a rate of 88 while at rest. B. A patient with a newly implanted demand ventricular pacemaker, who has occasional periods of sinus rhythm, rate 90 to 100. C. A patient who has just arrived on the unit with an acute MI and has sinus rhythm, rate 76, with frequent premature ventricular contractions. D. A patient who recently started taking atenolol (Tenormin) and has a first-degree heart block, rate 58.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Frequent PVCs in a patient with acute MI can lead to more serious arrhythmias and require immediate attention.

Question 3 of 5

PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).

A. Spirometry B. Diffusion capacity C. Both A and B D. None of the above

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: PFTs assess lung function using spirometry and diffusion tests.

Question 4 of 5

Which is appropriate for Mr. Brown, discharged after an anterior-wall myocardial infarction?

A. Returning to work in 1 week B. Starting a jogging program in 2 weeks C. Abstinence from sexual relations for 3 more months D. Making life-style changes

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Long-term lifestyle changes support recovery.

Question 5 of 5

What does the nursing responsibility in the management of the patient with hypertensive urgency often include?

A. Monitoring hourly urine output for drug effectiveness B. Titration of IV drug dosages based on BP measurements every 2 to 3 minutes C. Providing continuous electrocardiographic (ECG) monitoring to detect side effects of the drugs D. Instructing the patient to follow up with a health care professional within 24 hours after outpatient treatment

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Follow-up ensures ongoing management.

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