Medical-Surgical Nursing: Cardiovascular Disorders Flashcards
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A patient with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) complains of leg pain when walking that resolves with rest. This symptom is called:
Answer: Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication is muscle pain caused by inadequate arterial blood flow during exercise that is relieved by rest.
A patient is admitted with an acute MI. Which enzyme is the MOST specific cardiac biomarker the LPN should expect to be ordered?
Answer: Troponin I
Troponin I is highly specific to cardiac muscle and is the preferred biomarker for diagnosing myocardial infarction.
A patient is receiving IV heparin therapy. Which antidote should the LPN know is available in case of heparin overdose?
Answer: Protamine sulfate
Protamine sulfate is the specific antidote for heparin overdose, binding to heparin and neutralizing its anticoagulant effect.
When caring for a patient post-cardiac catheterization via the femoral artery, which assessment is the LPN's highest priority?
Answer: Checking the puncture site for bleeding or hematoma
The femoral artery puncture site must be assessed frequently for bleeding or hematoma formation, as hemorrhage is a serious complication.
A patient with chronic heart failure has a fluid restriction of 1,500 mL/day. Which action helps the patient manage thirst?
Answer: Sucking on ice chips or hard candy
Sucking on ice chips or hard candy stimulates saliva and relieves thirst without significantly contributing to fluid intake.
A patient with hypertension is prescribed lisinopril. Which side effect should the LPN teach the patient to report?
Answer: Persistent dry cough
ACE inhibitors like lisinopril commonly cause a persistent dry cough due to bradykinin accumulation in the airways.
A patient with heart failure has been prescribed a low-sodium diet. Which food choice indicates the patient needs further teaching?
Answer: Canned vegetable soup
Canned soups are high in sodium and are not appropriate for a low-sodium diet without selecting a low-sodium variety.