NCLEX-PN
Cardiac System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the best explanation for the drug therapy in this situation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin's antiplatelet effect prevents thrombus formation at the PTCA site, reducing the risk of re-occlusion.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse anticipates that the client will most likely demonstrate which emotional response in relation to the development of heart failure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anxiety is common in CHF due to breathlessness and fear of disease progression.
Question 3 of 5
If the client is typical of others who have angina pectoris, the nurse should expect the client to report that chest pain is best relieved by which major medical measure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Angina pectoris is relieved by rest, which reduces myocardial oxygen demand, allowing blood flow to meet the heart's needs.
Question 4 of 5
A low-sodium diet has been ordered for an adult client. The nurse knows that the client understands his low-sodium diet when the client selects which menu?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, and green beans are naturally low in sodium. Steak, hot dogs, and chicken noodle soup are typically high in sodium.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of what will happen during the testing procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During a coronary arteriogram, the injection of contrast dye often causes a warm or flushing sensation as it circulates.