Ch 14 - Cardiac Emergencies

Front

A 55-year-old patient is complaining of pain in his neck, back, and jaw. He also states that he feels nauseated and light-headed. You should suspect a(n) ________ emergency.

Back

cardiac

Front

In the mnemonic OPQRST, used to assist with the evaluation of a patient in discomfort, the “P” stands for: Pulse, Palpitation, Pain, Provocation

Back

Provocation

Front

A patient with chest pain and discomfort should be considered unstable and should be monitored frequently, with reassessment at least every ______ minutes.

Back

5

Front

A patient who has taken her prescribed nitroglycerin for chest pain may experience the side effect of:

Back

hypotension.

Front

The term “cardiac ________” describes specific signs and symptoms that indicate some type of emergency relating to the heart.

Back

compromise

Front

You are caring for a 44-year-old man who began experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath while jogging. His pain went away completely about 20 minutes after stopping to rest. The most likely cause of his chest pain is:

Back

angina.

Front

You have responded to a 53-year-old man who suddenly collapsed while moving his lawn. Your assessment reveals that he is pulseless and apneic. He is likely suffering from:

Back

cardiac arrest.

Front

The ____________ is the largest and strongest chamber of the heart and must force blood out to the entire body.

Back

left ventricle

Front

The chamber of the heart that pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs is called the:

Back

right ventricle

Front

The _______________is part of the sophisticated electrical system that keeps the heart beating.

Back

conduction pathway