NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Simulated Exam Test Bank Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The mitral valve is synonymous with the term:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The mitral valve, also known as the bicuspid valve, is located between the left atrium and the left ventricle, regulating blood flow from the left atrium into the left ventricle. The term 'bicuspid' refers to the valve's two cusps or leaflets. This distinguishes it from the tricuspid valve (
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D), which has three cusps, making
Choice D incorrect. The left ventricle (
Choice
A) and right atrium (
Choice
B) are not synonymous with the mitral valve.
Therefore, the correct answer is C: Bicuspid valve.
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