Exam 4 Study guide: NUR170 / NUR 170
(Latest 2026/2027 Update) Concepts of
Medical-Surgical Nursing | Questions &
Answers | 100% Correct | Galen
NUR 170 EXAM 4 CONCEPTS OF MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING
EXAM COVERAGE
NUR 170 - Exam 4: Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing
Cardiovascular System
Heart anatomy and physiology
Cardiac output, preload, afterload
Common disorders: CAD, HF, MI, arrhythmias
Diagnostic tests: ECG, labs, echocardiogram
Medications: antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants
Nursing interventions: monitoring, patient education, lifestyle modification
Peripheral Vascular System
PAD vs. PVD, aneurysms, DVT
Assessment: pulses, edema, skin changes
Interventions: anticoagulation, compression therapy, surgical care
Fluid & Electrolyte/Acid-Base Review
Electrolyte imbalances common in cardiovascular patients
Acid-base disturbances (respiratory vs metabolic)
Shock & Circulatory Emergencies
Types: hypovolemic, cardiogenic, septic, anaphylactic
, Early recognition and interventions
Hemodynamic monitoring
Diagnostic & Interventional Procedures
Cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, pacemaker insertion
Pre/post-procedure nursing care
Patient Education & Lifestyle Management
Diet, exercise, smoking cessation, medication adherence
Symptom recognition and when to seek help
Safety & Risk Management
Fall prevention, medication safety, monitoring for complications
Hyponatremia
Decreased consciousness,confusion, lethargy,seizures
Water excess
Hypertonic solutions, fluid restriction
Hypernatremia
Thirst, decreased consciousness, seizures
Water deficit
Increase fluids, 0.9% NS,mucous membranes
Hypokalemia
Constipation, leg cramps, muscle weakness, cardiac arrhythmia
Polyaria, gi distress, diuretics
Iv or eat potassium
(Latest 2026/2027 Update) Concepts of
Medical-Surgical Nursing | Questions &
Answers | 100% Correct | Galen
NUR 170 EXAM 4 CONCEPTS OF MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING
EXAM COVERAGE
NUR 170 - Exam 4: Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing
Cardiovascular System
Heart anatomy and physiology
Cardiac output, preload, afterload
Common disorders: CAD, HF, MI, arrhythmias
Diagnostic tests: ECG, labs, echocardiogram
Medications: antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants
Nursing interventions: monitoring, patient education, lifestyle modification
Peripheral Vascular System
PAD vs. PVD, aneurysms, DVT
Assessment: pulses, edema, skin changes
Interventions: anticoagulation, compression therapy, surgical care
Fluid & Electrolyte/Acid-Base Review
Electrolyte imbalances common in cardiovascular patients
Acid-base disturbances (respiratory vs metabolic)
Shock & Circulatory Emergencies
Types: hypovolemic, cardiogenic, septic, anaphylactic
, Early recognition and interventions
Hemodynamic monitoring
Diagnostic & Interventional Procedures
Cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, pacemaker insertion
Pre/post-procedure nursing care
Patient Education & Lifestyle Management
Diet, exercise, smoking cessation, medication adherence
Symptom recognition and when to seek help
Safety & Risk Management
Fall prevention, medication safety, monitoring for complications
Hyponatremia
Decreased consciousness,confusion, lethargy,seizures
Water excess
Hypertonic solutions, fluid restriction
Hypernatremia
Thirst, decreased consciousness, seizures
Water deficit
Increase fluids, 0.9% NS,mucous membranes
Hypokalemia
Constipation, leg cramps, muscle weakness, cardiac arrhythmia
Polyaria, gi distress, diuretics
Iv or eat potassium
