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Cardiovascular NCLEX Questions with Rationale Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following substances in plasma is the major factor that contributes to plasma colloid osmotic pressure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albumin is the primary contributor to plasma colloid osmotic pressure due to its abundance and size.
Question 2 of 5
Which is correct regarding HDL?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HDL removes cholesterol from tissues and delivers it to the liver, aiding reverse cholesterol transport.
Question 3 of 5
A 59-year-old man has experienced chest pain at rest for the past year. On physical examination, his pulse is 80/min and irregular. Which of the following laboratory findings is most likely to have a causal relationship to the process illustrated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low HDL promotes atherosclerosis by reducing cholesterol clearance, contributing to coronary artery disease.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following will cause tachycardia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prazosin, an alpha-blocker, causes reflex tachycardia by reducing vascular tone.
Question 5 of 5
A 34-year-old male patient went to the hospital to check his blood cholesterol level and he has an increased LDL, the doctor prescribed one of the anti-hyperlipidemic drugs with vitamin D and E supplement, what is the most likely drug the doctor prescribed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Statins are commonly prescribed for high LDL and may be paired with vitamins D and E.