physical exam cardiovascular system

Question 1 of 5

What is a condition where the heart's valves do not function properly, leading to disrupted blood flow within the heart?

A. Valvular heart disease B. Myocarditis C. Endocarditis D. Aneurysm

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is administering a beta blocker to a client with a heart rate of 50 bpm. What is the priority action?

A. Hold the beta blocker and notify the healthcare provider. B. Administer the beta blocker as ordered. C. Decrease the dose of the beta blocker. D. Monitor the client's heart rate and reassess in 30 minutes.

Question 3 of 5

What test uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart, allowing doctors to see how well the heart is functioning?

A. Echocardiogram B. MRI C. CT scan D. X-ray

Question 4 of 5

Which term describes an abnormal heartbeat that can be either too fast or too slow?

A. Arrhythmia B. Bradycardia C. Tachycardia D. Conductivity

Question 5 of 5

The client on spironolactone (Aldactone) has a potassium level of 5.6 mEq/L. What is the nurse's priority action?

A. Hold the spironolactone and notify the healthcare provider. B. Administer potassium supplements. C. Continue the spironolactone as ordered. D. Increase the dose of spironolactone.

Physical Exam Cardiovascular System

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN