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Cardiovascular System Anatomy Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Of the three germ layers that give rise to all adult tissues and organs, which gives rise to the heart?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The mesoderm (C) forms the heart and circulatory system during embryogenesis.
Question 2 of 5
Blood supply to the liver, spleen and stomach is carried in:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The coeliac artery (D) supplies the liver, spleen, and stomach in mammals. Cranial (A) and caudal (C) mesenteric serve intestines, external iliac (B) the hindlimb.
Question 3 of 5
Problems related to heart valves can be categorized into three main types: Regurgitation, Stenosis, and Atresia. Which of the following is correct about Atresia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atresia is a congenital condition where a valve (or other structure) fails to develop properly, resulting in no opening (e.g., pulmonary atresia). B describes regurgitation, C describes stenosis, and D refers to prolapse, not atresia.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client following a coronary angiogram?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging fluids helps flush out the contrast dye used in a coronary angiogram, reducing kidney strain. Stress tests are post-recovery, vigorous exercise risks bleeding at the catheter site, and 4-6 weeks restriction is excessive.
Question 5 of 5
When reviewing a patient's four-week diet history, the cardiac-vascular nurse identifies a pattern of high-calorie intake on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights. The patient states that their spouse recently started taking a night class on those evenings at a local university. The patient's diet history indicates:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High-calorie intake on specific nights linked to the spouse’s absence suggests an individual coping behavior (e.g., emotional eating), not a family issue (A), lack of knowledge (B), or cooking skill deficit (C), but a personal response to stress or loneliness.