ATI LPN
Cardiovascular Multiple Choice Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the heart rate using lead I for calculation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Without an ECG, 100 bpm is a common normal value for illustrative purposes; actual calculation requires ECG data.
Question 2 of 5
A study of atheroma formation leading to atherosclerotic complications evaluates potential risk factors for relevance in a population. Three factors are found to play a significant role in the causation of atherosclerosis: smoking, hypertension, and hypercholesterolemia. Which of the following events is the most important direct biologic consequence of these factors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Endothelial injury from these risk factors initiates atherosclerosis, leading to plaque formation.
Question 3 of 5
A 23-year-old pregnant female in her 22nd week presented to the clinic with gestational hypertension which may lead to pre-eclampsia. What is the drug of choice in this case?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alpha-methyldopa is safe and effective for hypertension in pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
Patient with a history of diabetes recently diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. Which of the following drugs can't be used in this case due to risk of development of hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Niacin can worsen hyperglycemia in diabetics.
Question 5 of 5
A 74-year-old man presented to the ER complaining of chest pain that is increasing in frequency, duration, and intensity. He also has shortness of breath. He is given nitroglycerin in the ER and still has chest pain. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent pain despite nitroglycerin suggests unstable angina.