NUR 257 Final key concepts Questions With Complete
Solutions
What symptoms should be monitored for after cardiac
catheterization?
Monitor for chest pain and arrhythmias.
What renal function aspect should be monitored after cardiac
catheterization?
Monitor renal function related to contrast.
What is the normal heart rate range for NSR?
60-100 bpm
What does NSR stand for in cardiology?
Normal Sinus Rhythm
What is the heart rate for Bradycardia?
< 60 bpm
What treatment may be needed for symptomatic Bradycardia?
Atropine
What is the heart rate for Tachycardia?
> 100 bpm
What should be identified in cases of Tachycardia?
The cause
What is the use of Atropine in cardiology?
Used for symptomatic bradycardia; increases HR
,What are the pulmonary symptoms of Left-Sided Heart Failure?
Crackles, shortness of breath (SOB), orthopnea.
What are the systemic symptoms of Right-Sided Heart Failure?
Edema, jugular venous distension (JVD), ascites, hepatomegaly.
What is a key nursing care intervention for heart failure?
Fluid restriction.
What should be monitored daily in patients with heart failure?
Daily weights.
What should be monitored in and out for heart failure patients?
Intake and output (I&O).
What type of therapy is commonly used for heart failure
patients?
Diuretics and oxygen (O2) therapy.
What is the definition of hyperkalemia?
Hyperkalemia is defined as a potassium level greater than 5.0
mEq/L.
What EKG changes can hyperkalemia cause?
Hyperkalemia can cause peaked T waves, ventricular fibrillation
(V-fib), and asystole.
What are some nursing interventions for hyperkalemia?
Nursing interventions for hyperkalemia include administering
calcium gluconate, insulin with D50, sodium polystyrene, and
dialysis.
, What should be monitored in a patient with hyperkalemia?
In a patient with hyperkalemia, EKG should be monitored.
What foods should be avoided in hyperkalemia?
Patients with hyperkalemia should avoid potassium-rich foods
such as bananas and salt substitutes.
What should be monitored when administering diuretics?
Electrolytes, especially potassium (K+).
What should be checked before administering blood pressure
medications?
Blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR).
What lab test is required for monitoring Heparin?
aPTT (activated partial thromboplastin time).
What is the antidote for Heparin?
Protamine sulfate.
What lab test is required for monitoring Warfarin (Coumadin)?
INR (International Normalized Ratio).
What is the antidote for Warfarin (Coumadin)?
Vitamin K.
What dietary restriction should be observed when taking
Warfarin (Coumadin)?
Avoid green leafy vegetables.
Digoxin and Digoxin Toxicity
Solutions
What symptoms should be monitored for after cardiac
catheterization?
Monitor for chest pain and arrhythmias.
What renal function aspect should be monitored after cardiac
catheterization?
Monitor renal function related to contrast.
What is the normal heart rate range for NSR?
60-100 bpm
What does NSR stand for in cardiology?
Normal Sinus Rhythm
What is the heart rate for Bradycardia?
< 60 bpm
What treatment may be needed for symptomatic Bradycardia?
Atropine
What is the heart rate for Tachycardia?
> 100 bpm
What should be identified in cases of Tachycardia?
The cause
What is the use of Atropine in cardiology?
Used for symptomatic bradycardia; increases HR
,What are the pulmonary symptoms of Left-Sided Heart Failure?
Crackles, shortness of breath (SOB), orthopnea.
What are the systemic symptoms of Right-Sided Heart Failure?
Edema, jugular venous distension (JVD), ascites, hepatomegaly.
What is a key nursing care intervention for heart failure?
Fluid restriction.
What should be monitored daily in patients with heart failure?
Daily weights.
What should be monitored in and out for heart failure patients?
Intake and output (I&O).
What type of therapy is commonly used for heart failure
patients?
Diuretics and oxygen (O2) therapy.
What is the definition of hyperkalemia?
Hyperkalemia is defined as a potassium level greater than 5.0
mEq/L.
What EKG changes can hyperkalemia cause?
Hyperkalemia can cause peaked T waves, ventricular fibrillation
(V-fib), and asystole.
What are some nursing interventions for hyperkalemia?
Nursing interventions for hyperkalemia include administering
calcium gluconate, insulin with D50, sodium polystyrene, and
dialysis.
, What should be monitored in a patient with hyperkalemia?
In a patient with hyperkalemia, EKG should be monitored.
What foods should be avoided in hyperkalemia?
Patients with hyperkalemia should avoid potassium-rich foods
such as bananas and salt substitutes.
What should be monitored when administering diuretics?
Electrolytes, especially potassium (K+).
What should be checked before administering blood pressure
medications?
Blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR).
What lab test is required for monitoring Heparin?
aPTT (activated partial thromboplastin time).
What is the antidote for Heparin?
Protamine sulfate.
What lab test is required for monitoring Warfarin (Coumadin)?
INR (International Normalized Ratio).
What is the antidote for Warfarin (Coumadin)?
Vitamin K.
What dietary restriction should be observed when taking
Warfarin (Coumadin)?
Avoid green leafy vegetables.
Digoxin and Digoxin Toxicity
