NCLEX-PN
Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Before the cardiac catheterization and coronary arteriogram, it is essential for the nurse will be taken about any allergy to iodine or which other substance?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shellfish allergies often indicate a risk of iodine sensitivity, which is critical since contrast dye used in arteriograms contains iodine.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction who is experiencing chest pain. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Aspirin (
B) reduces clot formation, and oxygen (
C) improves myocardial oxygenation. Morphine IM (
A) delays absorption, supine position (
D) increases preload, and nitroglycerin SC (E) is incorrect; SL is used.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse informs the client that the correct way to administer nitroglycerin is to place one tablet where?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin is placed under the tongue for rapid absorption into the bloodstream to relieve angina.
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing action can best help reduce the client's anxiety in this situation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Listening to the client's feelings validates their emotions and reduces anxiety by fostering trust and open communication.
Question 5 of 5
The client is diagnosed with pericarditis. Which are the most common signs/symptoms the nurse would expect to find when assessing the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pericarditis causes pleuritic chest pain, worse with inspiration (
D), due to pericardial inflammation. Pulsus paradoxus (
A) and rub are less common, fatigue/arthralgias (
B) are nonspecific, and petechiae/hemorrhages (
C) suggest endocarditis.