NCLEX-PN
Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After the client has been successfully resuscitated by the nurse, which body position is most correct while awaiting transfer to the emergency department?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flat with knees extended ensures airway patency and circulation stability post-resuscitation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has received shift report. Which client should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe indigestion in CAD (
A) may indicate angina or MI, requiring immediate assessment. Edema (
B), tachycardia (
C), and constipation (
D) are less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
Where is the correct placement for the nurse's hands before administering cardiac compressions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hands are placed on the lower half of the sternum (center of the chest) for effective CPR compressions.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) and angina. Which concept is priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: CAD and angina impair perfusion (
D), the priority concept, as ischemia causes symptoms. Sleep/rest (
A), comfort (
B), and oxygenation (
C) are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who goes into ventricular tachycardia. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ventricular tachycardia requires assessing for a pulse (
B) to determine if it’s pulseless (needing CPR,
C) or stable (medication). Calling a code (
A) or monitoring (
D) depends on pulse status.