NCLEX-PN
Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The male client is diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) and is prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. Which statement indicates the client needs more teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Burning under the tongue (
B) is not a reliable indicator of nitroglycerin effectiveness; potency is maintained in a dark bottle (A,
C). Persistent pain requires up to 3 doses, not immediate ER (
D).
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate when applying a new transdermal patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rotating the application site for a nitroglycerin patch prevents skin irritation and ensures consistent drug absorption.
Question 3 of 5
When the client asks why the physician ordered the ECG, how does the nurse correctly explain its purpose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A stress ECG evaluates heart function under physical stress, detecting ischemia or abnormal rhythms indicative of coronary artery disease.
Question 4 of 5
The best evidence that the client understands the nurse's instructions regarding dietary restrictions is if the client states to avoid which food?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Canned soup is high in sodium, which should be avoided in a low-sodium diet for hypertension management. The other options are generally low-sodium and suitable.
Question 5 of 5
The female client is diagnosed with rheumatic fever and prescribed penicillin, an antibiotic. Which statement indicates the client needs more teaching concerning the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assuming no problems with medication (
C) ignores potential complications like recurrence, indicating a need for teaching. Completing antibiotics (
A), yeast infection (
B), and strep culture (
D) are correct.