PN3 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Rasmussen College

PN3 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Cardiac 1. A client is learning about cholesterol. The nurse explains that the good cholesterol transports plasma cholesterol away from plaques and to the liver for metabolism. This type of cholesterol is called: • high-density lipoprotein 2. A client has a blood pressure of 124/78 mmHg and a triglyceride level of 160 mg/dL. Based on these results, the nurse knows that the client has: • a prehypertensive blood pressure and a borderline high triglyceride level 3. A client is complaining of chest pain that occurs during exercise. This pain is relieved when the client rests. The nurse realizes that this client is experiencing which type of angina? • Stable angina 4. A client diagnosed with stable angina is undergoing a 12-lead electrocardiogram. Which of the following results is not expected? • ST segment elevation 5. A client is scheduled for a cardiac angiogram. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client about this diagnostic test? • Contrast dye is injected 6. When planning the care of a client diagnosed with stable angina, which of the following would be considered a goal of treatment? • Decrease in ischemia and episodes of angina 7. A client is prescribed a beta-blocker for treatment of coronary artery disease. Which of the following is the client most likely going to be prescribed? • Atenolol 8. A client tells the nurse that using nitroglycerin tablets causes a tingling sensation and a headache. The nurse knows that this is: • Expected 9. A nurse is considering contraindications