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ATI RN NSG 232 Exam Med Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Identify the following Cardiac Rhythm:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ECG strip shows a ventricular tachycardia based on the wide QRS with a rate more than 120 bpm, AV dissociation, and fusion beats.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with infective endocarditis with involvement of the tricuspid valve. Which of the following is the appropriate education the nurse should provide to the client prior to discharge.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antibiotics before dental work prevent bacterial spread to the heart in infective endocarditis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse that the teaching was effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Limiting sodium intake is crucial for managing congestive heart failure, indicating effective teaching.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing blood pressure classifications with a group of nurses at an in-service meeting. Which of the following should the nurse include as a risk factor for the development of hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obstructive sleep apnea is a risk factor for the development of hypertension due to increased sympathetic activity and intermittent hypoxia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with heart failure (HF) and atrial fibrillation. The client reports feeling of palpitations and shortness of breath. The nurse is aware that clients Atrial Fibrillation (AF) are at risk for which complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation can lead to blood clots in the atria, increasing the risk of embolic stroke.