Circulatory Assist Devices NUR 2712C
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
An intracarotid balloon pump (IABP) is being used for a patient who
is in cardiogenic shock.
Which assessment data indicate to the nurse that the goals of
treatment with the IABP are being met?
a. Urine output of 25 mL./hr
b. Heart rate of 110 beats/minute
C. Cardiac output (CO) of 5 L/min
d. Stroke volume (SV) of 40 mL/beat -
correct answer ✅ANS: C
A CO of 5 L/min is normal and indicates that the IABP has been
successful in treating the shock.
The low SV signifies continued cardiogenic shock.
The tachycardia and low urine output also suggest continued
cardiogenic shock.
, Circulatory Assist Devices NUR 2712C
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient who has an intraortic balloon pump
in place.
Which action should be included in the plan of care?
a. Position the patient supine at all times.
b. Avoid the use of anticoagulant medications.
c. Measure the patients urinary output every hour.
d. Provide passive range of motion for all extremities. -
correct answer ✅ANS: C
Monitoring urine output will help determine whether the patients
cardiac output has improved and also help monitor for balloon
displacement.
The head of the bed can be elevated up to 30 degrees.
Heparin is used to prevent thrombus formation.
Limited movement is allowed for the extremity with the balloon
insertion site to prevent displacement of the balloon.
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
An intracarotid balloon pump (IABP) is being used for a patient who
is in cardiogenic shock.
Which assessment data indicate to the nurse that the goals of
treatment with the IABP are being met?
a. Urine output of 25 mL./hr
b. Heart rate of 110 beats/minute
C. Cardiac output (CO) of 5 L/min
d. Stroke volume (SV) of 40 mL/beat -
correct answer ✅ANS: C
A CO of 5 L/min is normal and indicates that the IABP has been
successful in treating the shock.
The low SV signifies continued cardiogenic shock.
The tachycardia and low urine output also suggest continued
cardiogenic shock.
, Circulatory Assist Devices NUR 2712C
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
The nurse is caring for a patient who has an intraortic balloon pump
in place.
Which action should be included in the plan of care?
a. Position the patient supine at all times.
b. Avoid the use of anticoagulant medications.
c. Measure the patients urinary output every hour.
d. Provide passive range of motion for all extremities. -
correct answer ✅ANS: C
Monitoring urine output will help determine whether the patients
cardiac output has improved and also help monitor for balloon
displacement.
The head of the bed can be elevated up to 30 degrees.
Heparin is used to prevent thrombus formation.
Limited movement is allowed for the extremity with the balloon
insertion site to prevent displacement of the balloon.
