Med Surg 1 ATI Proctored Exam Topics exam
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Biomarkers Substances released into the bloodstream
following cardiac muscle injury
Myoglobin An early marker of muscle injury, detectable within
hours and clears within 24 hours
Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB) Peaks around 24 hours after injury, clears within 3
days, specific for myocardial damage
Troponin I or T Specific to cardiac tissue damage, remains
elevated longer (up to 10 days)
Compression Stockings A mechanical prophylaxis for reducing venous
stasis through graduated compression
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices applied to the legs to promote venous
Devices return
Low molecular weight heparin An anticoagulant used for pharmacological
(LMWH) prophylaxis against venous thromboembolism
,Caprini Risk Assessment Model A tool used to stratify patients based on risk
for venous thromboembolism and guide
prophylactic strategies
Thrombolysis A treatment in select cases of deep vein
thrombosis where there is a high risk of limb-
threatening ischemia
Vena Cava Filter Considered in cases of contraindication to
anticoagulation or recurrent embolization despite
adequate anticoagulation
Pallor Paleness of skin, conjunctiva, and nail beds
indicating decreased hemoglobin levels
Tachycardia Elevated heart rate as a compensatory
mechanism for reduced oxygen-carrying
capacity
Spoon-shaped Nails (Koilonychia) Concave nails indicative of iron deficiency anemia
CBC Count Essential for diagnosing and monitoring
anemia post-surgery, includes RBC count,
Hgb, Hct
Fluid Volume Excess (FVE) Abnormal retention of fluid in the extracellular
compartment, associated with conditions like heart
failure and renal failure
Bounding Pulse Forceful arterial pulsations due to increased stroke
, volume
Ascites Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
questions and answers with complete solutions
verified latest update graded a+ 2026/2027
Biomarkers Substances released into the bloodstream
following cardiac muscle injury
Myoglobin An early marker of muscle injury, detectable within
hours and clears within 24 hours
Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB) Peaks around 24 hours after injury, clears within 3
days, specific for myocardial damage
Troponin I or T Specific to cardiac tissue damage, remains
elevated longer (up to 10 days)
Compression Stockings A mechanical prophylaxis for reducing venous
stasis through graduated compression
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices applied to the legs to promote venous
Devices return
Low molecular weight heparin An anticoagulant used for pharmacological
(LMWH) prophylaxis against venous thromboembolism
,Caprini Risk Assessment Model A tool used to stratify patients based on risk
for venous thromboembolism and guide
prophylactic strategies
Thrombolysis A treatment in select cases of deep vein
thrombosis where there is a high risk of limb-
threatening ischemia
Vena Cava Filter Considered in cases of contraindication to
anticoagulation or recurrent embolization despite
adequate anticoagulation
Pallor Paleness of skin, conjunctiva, and nail beds
indicating decreased hemoglobin levels
Tachycardia Elevated heart rate as a compensatory
mechanism for reduced oxygen-carrying
capacity
Spoon-shaped Nails (Koilonychia) Concave nails indicative of iron deficiency anemia
CBC Count Essential for diagnosing and monitoring
anemia post-surgery, includes RBC count,
Hgb, Hct
Fluid Volume Excess (FVE) Abnormal retention of fluid in the extracellular
compartment, associated with conditions like heart
failure and renal failure
Bounding Pulse Forceful arterial pulsations due to increased stroke
, volume
Ascites Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
