ATI LPN
Questions for Cardiovascular Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of veins?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Veins generally transport oxygen-poor blood, except for the pulmonary veins, which transport oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the heart.
Question 2 of 5
The outermost layer of the pericardium, which consists of inelastic dense irregular connective tissue, is called the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The fibrous pericardium is the tough, outer layer of the pericardium.
Question 3 of 5
During which of the following periods does the largest volume of blood enter the arteries?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During ventricular systole, the ventricles contract and push the largest volume of blood into the arteries.
Question 4 of 5
The value of anastomosis is that it allows blood to bypass a blood vessel obstruction.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anastomoses provide detours for blood flow around blockages, maintaining circulation.
Question 5 of 5
The internal layer of tissue in the heart is the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The endocardium lines the interior of the heart chambers.