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ANCC Cardiovascular Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is instructing the client on the taking of aspirin. What would be part of that instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Option C is correct because aspirin should not smell like vinegar, as it indicates degradation. Degraded aspirin may be less effective or harmful. Taking aspirin on an empty stomach (A) can cause irritation, and combining it with warfarin (B) increases the risk of bleeding. Hemophiliacs (D) should avoid aspirin due to its blood-thinning properties.
Question 2 of 5
T 1 O2 sat 99 percent. Which number represents the client’s systolic blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B (120) as a normal systolic blood pressure range is around 90-120 mmHg. A reading of 99% oxygen saturation indicates good oxygen levels, not blood pressure. Choices A (16) and C (60) are too low for a typical systolic blood pressure. Choice D (99) is close but is the O2 saturation, not blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
The client has paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. What are some causes of this? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Stimulants. Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia can be caused by stimulants like caffeine, nicotine, or certain medications that increase heart rate. Stress (choice A) can trigger palpitations but is not a direct cause of PSVT. Hypotension (choice B) and hypertension (choice D) are related to blood pressure and not typically direct causes of PSVT. In summary, stimulants directly increase heart rate and can trigger PSVT, making them the correct choice.
Question 4 of 5
The client is preparing to have a cardiac stress test. What does the nurse tell the client to do in order to have the test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: The client will run on a treadmill. This is because a cardiac stress test typically involves the client walking or running on a treadmill to increase their heart rate while being monitored for any abnormalities in the heart's function. This helps healthcare providers assess the heart's response to exercise and detect any potential cardiac issues. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because lying still throughout the test, having an EKG after the test, and the test hurting for only a moment do not accurately describe the process of a cardiac stress test.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects that the patient with stable angina is experiencing a side effect of the prescribed drug metoprolol (Lopressor) if the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because a blood pressure of 90/54 mm Hg indicates hypotension, a common side effect of metoprolol. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker that can cause decreased heart rate and blood pressure. This can lead to symptoms like dizziness, weakness, and fainting. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because restlessness, agitation, feeling anxious, and normal sinus rhythm are not typical side effects of metoprolol.