Walden University
NURS 5002 – Adult Health Nursing II
NCLEX® Cardiovascular Disorders Mastery
Examination
Chapter 2: Coronary Artery Disease &
Hypertension (2026 ENHANCED A+
EDITION)
Ideal for:
BSN students | RN-to-BSN | NCLEX candidates | Adult Health
Nursing | Cardiovascular exam review
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
Total Questions: 50
Format: Multiple Choice (Select All That Apply where
indicated)
Correct Answers: Bolded & Italicized within each question
Rationales: Immediately follow each question
,NURS 5002 – Chapter 2: Coronary Artery Disease &
Hypertension Comprehensive NCLEX® Examination
(2026 Enhanced A+ Edition
1. A client is scheduled for cardiac catheterization using
radiopaque dye. Which assessment is most critical?
1. Intake and output
2. Baseline pulse rates
3. Height and weight
4. Allergy to iodine or shellfish
Rationale: Contrast dye may trigger severe anaphylaxis in
iodine-sensitive individuals.
2. Which question best helps differentiate non-cardiac chest
pain?
1. Have you had this before?
2. Describe the pain
3. Does the pain worsen with inspiration?
4. Rate the pain 1–10
Rationale: Pleuritic pain worsens on inspiration and suggests
pulmonary origin.
, 3. Post-MI transfer from CCU allows:
1. Strict bed rest
2. Bathroom privileges and self-care
3. Unsupervised ambulation
4. Ad lib activity
Rationale: Gradual activity progression is appropriate after
stabilization.
4. 2+ bilateral edema post-MI. Nurse first:
1. Review intake and output
2. Change diuretic time
3. Request sodium restriction
4. Order daily weights
Rationale: Fluid balance assessment determines cause of edema.
5. Monitor alarm shows no ECG complexes. First action:
1. Assess client and leads
2. Press recorder
3. Call physician
4. Call code
Rationale: Rule out equipment displacement before emergency
activation.
NURS 5002 – Adult Health Nursing II
NCLEX® Cardiovascular Disorders Mastery
Examination
Chapter 2: Coronary Artery Disease &
Hypertension (2026 ENHANCED A+
EDITION)
Ideal for:
BSN students | RN-to-BSN | NCLEX candidates | Adult Health
Nursing | Cardiovascular exam review
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
Total Questions: 50
Format: Multiple Choice (Select All That Apply where
indicated)
Correct Answers: Bolded & Italicized within each question
Rationales: Immediately follow each question
,NURS 5002 – Chapter 2: Coronary Artery Disease &
Hypertension Comprehensive NCLEX® Examination
(2026 Enhanced A+ Edition
1. A client is scheduled for cardiac catheterization using
radiopaque dye. Which assessment is most critical?
1. Intake and output
2. Baseline pulse rates
3. Height and weight
4. Allergy to iodine or shellfish
Rationale: Contrast dye may trigger severe anaphylaxis in
iodine-sensitive individuals.
2. Which question best helps differentiate non-cardiac chest
pain?
1. Have you had this before?
2. Describe the pain
3. Does the pain worsen with inspiration?
4. Rate the pain 1–10
Rationale: Pleuritic pain worsens on inspiration and suggests
pulmonary origin.
, 3. Post-MI transfer from CCU allows:
1. Strict bed rest
2. Bathroom privileges and self-care
3. Unsupervised ambulation
4. Ad lib activity
Rationale: Gradual activity progression is appropriate after
stabilization.
4. 2+ bilateral edema post-MI. Nurse first:
1. Review intake and output
2. Change diuretic time
3. Request sodium restriction
4. Order daily weights
Rationale: Fluid balance assessment determines cause of edema.
5. Monitor alarm shows no ECG complexes. First action:
1. Assess client and leads
2. Press recorder
3. Call physician
4. Call code
Rationale: Rule out equipment displacement before emergency
activation.
