ATI RN
Cardiovascular System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Ventricular relaxation immediately follows
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ventricular relaxation (diastole) follows ventricular repolarization (B), marked by the T wave.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should monitor a client with an acute myocardial infarction who is receiving intravenous streptokinase (Streptase) for which of the following serious adverse reactions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Streptokinase (A), a thrombolytic, risks intracranial hemorrhage, a life-threatening complication. Nausea (B), MI extension (C), and embolus (D) are less directly related.
Question 3 of 5
Approximately what percentage of carbon dioxide is found in expired air?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expired air contains about 4-5% carbon dioxide, significantly higher than the 0.04% in atmospheric air, due to CO₂ exhalation from metabolism. 20% and 40% are too high, reflecting oxygen or total gas misconceptions.
Question 4 of 5
In a client with mitral regurgitation the nurse would expect to see which of the following signs and symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mitral regurgitation causes blood to flow back into the left atrium, leading to pulmonary congestion and exertional dyspnea (shortness of breath with activity). Crushing chest pain is more typical of myocardial infarction, and elevated WBC suggests infection, not regurgitation directly.
Question 5 of 5
After receiving a permanent pacemaker, the client asks the nurse if there are any activities to avoid during a vacation scheduled for 4 months after discharge. Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Four months post-pacemaker, most activities are safe, but strong electromagnetic fields (e.g., running engines) can interfere with pacemaker function. Microwaves and swimming are generally safe once healed.