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BRUNNER AND SUDDARTH’S MEDICAL-
SURGICAL NURSING 15TH EDITION ACTUAL
EXAM PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS

◉ How is pulse deficit measured? Answer: Apical pulse auscultated
while radial pulse is palpated simultaneously.


◉ First step when ventricular tachycardia is detected on monitor?
Answer: Assess the client.


◉ Four medications commonly used for acute chest pain? Answer:
Aspirin, oxygen, nitroglycerin, morphine.


◉ Major lifestyle changes for coronary artery disease? Answer:
Smoking cessation, exercise, weight loss.


◉ What does an S3 heart sound indicate? Answer: Heart failure from
fluid overload.


◉ Classic symptom of left-sided heart failure? Answer: Dyspnea
(shortness of breath).

, ◉ Classic symptom of right-sided heart failure? Answer: Peripheral
edema.


◉ Area other than feet to check for edema? Answer: Sacrum.


◉ Lab test elevated in heart failure? Answer: BNP (B-type
natriuretic peptide).


◉ Normal ejection fraction percentage? Answer: 55-70%.


◉ Medication class to reduce preload in heart failure? Answer:
Diuretics.


◉ Why check blood pressure in both arms? Answer: To identify
arterial blockages or discrepancies.


◉ Sudden weight gain in cardiac patient indicates? Answer: Fluid
retention/worsening heart failure.


◉ Key assessment for all cardiac patients? Answer: Detailed health
history and physical.


◉ Symptoms of systemic congestion in right failure? Answer:
Ascites, hepatomegaly, JVD.

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