ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Cardiac Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypertension and has a potassium level of 6.8 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 12-lead ECG assesses for arrhythmias caused by hyperkalemia, such as peaked T waves.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with sudden onset of chest pain, the nurse completes the electrocardiogram (ECG). The nurse understands that this client is having what type of acute coronary syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: STEMI is indicated by ST-segment elevation, signaling complete coronary artery occlusion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure (HF) and preparing to give a daily dose of Digoxin (Lanoxin). The nurse understands the rationale for giving this medication for HF is which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin, a positive inotrope, increases cardiac contractility, improving output in heart failure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with an acute myocardial infarction (AMI). The nurse is preparing medications for the client and recognizes that which medication will dilate the client's coronary blood vessels?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nitroglycerine is a vasodilator, improving coronary blood flow and reducing myocardial oxygen demand.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with right-sided heart failure. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse include in teaching the client about signs of worsening heart failure? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Distended neck veins, edema, fatigue, orthopnea, and rapid weight gain indicate worsening right-sided heart failure.