Galen NUR 242 Cardiac Study
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Which of the following are NOT typical signs and symptoms of right-sided heart failure?
Select-all-that-apply:*
A. Jugular venous distention
B. Persistent cough
C. Weight gain
D. Crackles
E. Orthopnea
B. Persistent cough
D. Crackles
E. Orthopnea
A patient is being discharged home after hospitalization of left ventricular systolic
dysfunction. As the nurse providing discharge teaching to the patient, which statement
is NOT a correct statement about this condition?*
A. "Signs and symptoms of this type of heart failure can include: dyspnea, persistent
cough, difficulty breathing while lying down, and weight gain."
B. "It is important to monitor your daily weights, fluid and salt intake."
C. "Left-sided heart failure can lead to right-sided heart failure, if left untreated."
D. "This type of heart failure can build up pressure in the hepatic veins and cause
them to become congested with fluid which leads to peripheral edema."
D. "This type of heart failure can build up pressure in the hepatic veins and cause them
to become congested with fluid which leads to peripheral edema."
A patient is diagnosed with left-sided systolic dysfunction heart failure. Which of the
following are expected findings with this condition?*
, A. Echocardiogram shows an ejection fraction of 38%.
B. Heart catheterization shows an ejection fraction of 65%.
C. Patient has frequent episodes of nocturnal paroxysmal dyspnea.
D. Options A and C are both expected findings with left-sided systolic dysfunction
heart failure.
D. Options A and C are both expected findings with left-sided systolic dysfunction heart
failure.
A patient has a history of heart failure. Which of the following statements by the patient
indicates the patient may be experiencing heart failure exacerbation?*
A. "I've noticed that I've gain 6 lbs in one week."
B. "While I sleep I have to prop myself up with a pillow so I can breathe."
C. "I haven't noticed any swelling in my feet or hands lately."
D. Options B and C are correct.
E. Options A and B are correct.
F. Options A, B, and C are all correct.
E. Options A and B are correct.
A client develops the following tracing on the monitor. The client is assessed and is
lethargic. VS 150/95 mmHg, 175, 16. The nurse should anticipate administering which
drug for this rhythm?
IVP Enalapril 2.5 mg
IVPB Magnesium sulfate 1g
IV Epinephrine 1mg
IVP Diltiazem 15mg
IVP Diltiazem 15mg
Which of the following patients are MOST at risk for developing heart failure? Select-all-
that-apply:*
Questions With Correct Solutions,
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Which of the following are NOT typical signs and symptoms of right-sided heart failure?
Select-all-that-apply:*
A. Jugular venous distention
B. Persistent cough
C. Weight gain
D. Crackles
E. Orthopnea
B. Persistent cough
D. Crackles
E. Orthopnea
A patient is being discharged home after hospitalization of left ventricular systolic
dysfunction. As the nurse providing discharge teaching to the patient, which statement
is NOT a correct statement about this condition?*
A. "Signs and symptoms of this type of heart failure can include: dyspnea, persistent
cough, difficulty breathing while lying down, and weight gain."
B. "It is important to monitor your daily weights, fluid and salt intake."
C. "Left-sided heart failure can lead to right-sided heart failure, if left untreated."
D. "This type of heart failure can build up pressure in the hepatic veins and cause
them to become congested with fluid which leads to peripheral edema."
D. "This type of heart failure can build up pressure in the hepatic veins and cause them
to become congested with fluid which leads to peripheral edema."
A patient is diagnosed with left-sided systolic dysfunction heart failure. Which of the
following are expected findings with this condition?*
, A. Echocardiogram shows an ejection fraction of 38%.
B. Heart catheterization shows an ejection fraction of 65%.
C. Patient has frequent episodes of nocturnal paroxysmal dyspnea.
D. Options A and C are both expected findings with left-sided systolic dysfunction
heart failure.
D. Options A and C are both expected findings with left-sided systolic dysfunction heart
failure.
A patient has a history of heart failure. Which of the following statements by the patient
indicates the patient may be experiencing heart failure exacerbation?*
A. "I've noticed that I've gain 6 lbs in one week."
B. "While I sleep I have to prop myself up with a pillow so I can breathe."
C. "I haven't noticed any swelling in my feet or hands lately."
D. Options B and C are correct.
E. Options A and B are correct.
F. Options A, B, and C are all correct.
E. Options A and B are correct.
A client develops the following tracing on the monitor. The client is assessed and is
lethargic. VS 150/95 mmHg, 175, 16. The nurse should anticipate administering which
drug for this rhythm?
IVP Enalapril 2.5 mg
IVPB Magnesium sulfate 1g
IV Epinephrine 1mg
IVP Diltiazem 15mg
IVP Diltiazem 15mg
Which of the following patients are MOST at risk for developing heart failure? Select-all-
that-apply:*
