Cardiac Competition Review

Front

What is the form of vitamin K that might be needed by patients on Questran?

Back

Water-soluble

Front

What is the potential risk of not absorbing fat-soluble vitamins?

Back

Bleeding risk

Front

What is the normal range for aPTT for a patient receiving an anticoagulant?

Back

1.5-2.5 times the control

Front

What is the main concern if a patient's INR is significantly elevated?

Back

Risk of bleeding

Front

What is the recommended time to avoid stimulants before a stress test?

Back

4 hours

Front

Which approach is used for the right side in cardiac catheterization?

Back

Venous approach

Front

Why is smoking discouraged before a stress test?

Back

It acts as a vasoconstrictor

Front

What is the primary focus of cardiac catheterization?

Back

To evaluate heart structure and function

Front

A patient arrives to the ER complaining of chest heaviness and shortness of breath. What is the first action the nurse takes?

Back

Obtain vital signs and focused cardiac assessment.

Front

The nurse notes the following rhythm on a patient being admitted for pneumonia. What does the nurse interpret this rhythm to mean?

Back

The patient is in sinus tachycardia.