NCLEX-PN
Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The telemetry nurse notes a peaked T wave for the client diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Which laboratory data should the nurse assess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peaked T waves indicate hyperkalemia; assessing potassium (
D) is critical in CHF patients on diuretics. CK-MB (
A) and troponin (
B) are for MI, BNP (
C) for heart failure severity.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 4 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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