ATI RN
Chapter 11 Cardiovascular Drugs Test Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
What happened in the 10 years after the United Nations Office of Drug Control (UNODC) proclaimed as their slogan in 1998, “A drug-free world: We can do it!”?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the statement "A drug-free world: We can do it!" is an unrealistic and overly ambitious goal. In reality, the production and sale of heroin worldwide did not decrease significantly; instead, it doubled in the 10 years following the slogan. This outcome highlights the complexity and challenges of tackling drug issues globally. A is incorrect because tough anti-drug trafficking measures alone cannot cut global heroin production and sale in half significantly. C is incorrect because a conglomerate of dissenting nations campaigning for the repeal of the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs is not directly related to the UNODC slogan outcome. D is incorrect because the conversion of illegal opium farms to legal ones does not address the overall increase in global heroin production and sale.
Question 2 of 5
A family member asks a mental health nurse, “I am reading a lot of information about gene therapy in the news lately. Will gene therapy be able to help my spouse, who has schizophrenia?” Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because gene therapy is indeed still an experimental field, especially in the context of treating mental health disorders like schizophrenia. This is due to the complex nature of mental health conditions and the need for more research to fully understand how gene therapy can effectively target and treat such disorders. Choice A is incorrect because the popularity of gene therapy for schizophrenia is not dependent on geographical location. Choice B is incorrect as the high cost is not the primary reason why gene therapy is not widely used for schizophrenia. Choice D is incorrect as it acknowledges the promise of gene therapy for schizophrenia but highlights the lack of sufficient large-scale studies, which further supports the notion that gene therapy is not yet a standard treatment for the condition.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is recovering from a minor automobile accident that occurred 1 week ago. He is taking cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) for muscular pain and goes to physical therapy three times a week. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for him?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Risk for falls related to decreased sensorium. The rationale is as follows: 1. Cyclobenzaprine can cause drowsiness, dizziness, and blurred vision, leading to decreased sensorium. 2. The patient is undergoing physical therapy, which may further increase the risk of falls due to potential muscle weakness or fatigue. 3. The combination of medication, therapy, and recent accident increases the risk of falls. 4. Nursing diagnosis should focus on preventing harm, making "Risk for falls related to decreased sensorium" the most appropriate choice. Summary: B: Risk for addiction is not relevant as the patient is using the medication as prescribed for acute pain. C: Decreased fluid volume is not a common side effect of cyclobenzaprine. D: Disturbed sleep pattern is a potential side effect, but the risk of falls due to decreased sensorium is a higher priority in this case.
Question 4 of 5
A 74-year-old professional golfer has chest pain that occurs toward the end of his golfing games. He says the pain usually goes away after 1 or 2 sublingual nitroglycerin tablets and rest. What type of angina is he experiencing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Classic angina. This type of angina is characterized by chest pain occurring predictably with exertion and relieved by rest or nitroglycerin. In this case, the golfer experiences pain at the end of games, consistent with exertional angina. Variant angina (B) occurs at rest due to coronary artery spasm. Unstable angina (C) is characterized by chest pain at rest that is new or changing in pattern. Prinzmetal's angina (D) is also due to coronary artery spasm but typically occurs at rest and is not necessarily related to exertion.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with risk factors for coronary artery disease asks the nurse about the “good cholesterol” laboratory values. The nurse knows that “good cholesterol” refers to which lipids?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: High-density lipoproteins (HDLs). HDLs are known as "good cholesterol" because they help remove LDL cholesterol from the arteries, reducing the risk of heart disease. High levels of HDL are associated with a lower risk of coronary artery disease. Triglycerides (A), LDLs (B), and VLDLs (C) are not considered "good cholesterol." Triglycerides are a type of fat in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease when elevated. LDLs are often referred to as "bad cholesterol" as they can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries. VLDLs are another type of lipoprotein that carries triglycerides and can contribute to heart disease risk.