ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Umbilical vein which drains into the sinus venosus originate from?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The umbilical vein carries oxygenated blood from the placenta to the fetus, draining into the sinus venosus.
Question 2 of 5
In the figure above, when does the 3rd heart sound occur?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 3rd heart sound (S3) occurs in early diastole (between C and D) due to rapid ventricular filling.
Question 3 of 5
What is the type of lactic acidosis associated with hypoxia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type A lactic acidosis is associated with hypoxia, impairing oxidative metabolism.
Question 4 of 5
BNP is a heart failure marker that causes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) promotes vasodilation and natriuresis, lowering blood pressure.
Question 5 of 5
Polyarteritis nodosa is associated with all the following except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Polyarteritis nodosa is linked to hepatitis B and fibrinoid necrosis, not typically SLE.