NR 341 CMS Exam Part 2;Cardiac Nursing Exam Mastery | Angina,
Myocardial Infarction, MONA Protocol, Beta Blockers, Cardiac
Catheterization, CABG Surgery, Post-Op Care, Pacemaker
Management, Central Venous Pressure, Antiplatelet Therapy, Aspirin,
Clopidogrel, ACE Inhibitors, Statins, Hemodynamic Monitoring,
Nursing Interventions, Complication Management, Hypothermia,
Bradycardia, Bleeding, First-Degree AV Block, PR Interval, ECG
Interpretation, Discharge Planning, NG Tube Care, Gastrectomy, Fluid
Balance, Electrolytes Exam Questions Verified and Provided with
Complete A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
What are medications for angina and MI?
MONA (ONAM is correct order) + beta blocker
Important nursing considerations for a patient that had a cardiac catheterization
-HOB no higher than 30 degrees
-Keep the affected extremity straight
-Stay on bed rest for 4-8 hrs
-If pt coughs, hold pressure over site
-Inc. fluids to help excrete dye
When meds are prescribed to a patient upon discharge who has had a cardiac catheterization?
,Aspirin and clopidogrel (antiplatelet meds)
What is the purpose of a CABG?
To revascularize the heart
Common complications following CABG
-Hypothermia
-Bleeding
-Bradycardia (treated with a transvenous pacemaker)
What does a low CVP mean?
The patient needs more volume
What medications are typically prescribed to a patient following a CABG?
-Beta blockers
-ACE inhibitors
-Statins
What is it called if the PR interval is longer than normal (norm = 0.12-0.2)?
First-degree AV block (delay in conduction from SA node to purkinje fibers)
, Education for a patient with a pacemaker
-Report HR lower than the set amount
-Avoid high output electric generators
-Avoid MRI
-Carry pacemaker card with them at all times
-It is safe to use microwave ovens
-Do not use cell phones on the same side the pacemaker is in
-Do not move arm above shoulder for about 2 weeks following procedure
How long does a pacemaker last?
It depends on how often the patient needs to use the pacemaker
(usually lasts from 5-10 years)
A patient has a nasogastric tube ordered for a peptic ulcer, what are priority interventions after
placement of the tube?
Monitor the amount of fluid coming out and the color
If a patient has had a gastrectomy and you note blood draining from the nasogastric tube, is this
cause for concern?
It's normal to see blood in the tubing post-op initially but that blood should start to clear up and
turn a bile color in 12-24 hours.
Myocardial Infarction, MONA Protocol, Beta Blockers, Cardiac
Catheterization, CABG Surgery, Post-Op Care, Pacemaker
Management, Central Venous Pressure, Antiplatelet Therapy, Aspirin,
Clopidogrel, ACE Inhibitors, Statins, Hemodynamic Monitoring,
Nursing Interventions, Complication Management, Hypothermia,
Bradycardia, Bleeding, First-Degree AV Block, PR Interval, ECG
Interpretation, Discharge Planning, NG Tube Care, Gastrectomy, Fluid
Balance, Electrolytes Exam Questions Verified and Provided with
Complete A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
What are medications for angina and MI?
MONA (ONAM is correct order) + beta blocker
Important nursing considerations for a patient that had a cardiac catheterization
-HOB no higher than 30 degrees
-Keep the affected extremity straight
-Stay on bed rest for 4-8 hrs
-If pt coughs, hold pressure over site
-Inc. fluids to help excrete dye
When meds are prescribed to a patient upon discharge who has had a cardiac catheterization?
,Aspirin and clopidogrel (antiplatelet meds)
What is the purpose of a CABG?
To revascularize the heart
Common complications following CABG
-Hypothermia
-Bleeding
-Bradycardia (treated with a transvenous pacemaker)
What does a low CVP mean?
The patient needs more volume
What medications are typically prescribed to a patient following a CABG?
-Beta blockers
-ACE inhibitors
-Statins
What is it called if the PR interval is longer than normal (norm = 0.12-0.2)?
First-degree AV block (delay in conduction from SA node to purkinje fibers)
, Education for a patient with a pacemaker
-Report HR lower than the set amount
-Avoid high output electric generators
-Avoid MRI
-Carry pacemaker card with them at all times
-It is safe to use microwave ovens
-Do not use cell phones on the same side the pacemaker is in
-Do not move arm above shoulder for about 2 weeks following procedure
How long does a pacemaker last?
It depends on how often the patient needs to use the pacemaker
(usually lasts from 5-10 years)
A patient has a nasogastric tube ordered for a peptic ulcer, what are priority interventions after
placement of the tube?
Monitor the amount of fluid coming out and the color
If a patient has had a gastrectomy and you note blood draining from the nasogastric tube, is this
cause for concern?
It's normal to see blood in the tubing post-op initially but that blood should start to clear up and
turn a bile color in 12-24 hours.
