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CCRN CARDIAC EXAM QUESTION BANK
2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALL ANSWERED {450 Q & A}
ALREADY GRADED A+ | BRAND NEW!
Which of the following is the preferred lead for ST segment
monitoring for a patient with a suspected right coronary artery
occlusion?
A.
I
B.
aVR
C.
III
D.
V1
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C
Leads III and V3 are recommended for ST segment monitoring for
patients with acute coronary syndrome unless available
information from a previous 12-lead electrocardiogram obtained
during an ischemic event indicates that another lead is more
sensitive. Lead III is likely to be the most specific (ischemic
footprint) for the patient with occlusion of the right coronary
artery.
The patient has been in chronic heart failure for the past 10
years. He has been treated with beta-blockers and angiotensin-
converting enzyme inhibitors as well as diuretics. His symptoms
have recently worsened, and he presents to the ED with severe
shortness of breath and crackles throughout his lung fields. His
respirations are labored and arterial blood gases show that he is
at risk for respiratory failure. Which of the following therapies
may be used for acute, short-term management of the patient?
(Select all that apply).
a.
Dobutamine
b.
Intraaortic balloon pump
c.
Nesiritide (Natrecor)
d.
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Ventricular assist device
ANS: A, B, C
This patient is showing signs and symptoms of an acute
exacerbation of heart failure. Dobutamine and nesiritide are
medications administered for acute short-term management;
mechanical assist with an intraaortic balloon pump also may be
warranted.
Which statements are true regarding the symptoms of an AMI?
(Select all that apply.)
a.
Dysrhythmias are common occurrences.
b.
Men have more atypical symptoms than women.
c.
Midsternal chest pain is a common presenting symptom.
d.
Some patients are asymptomatic.
ANS: A, C, D
Chest pain is a common presenting symptom in AMI.
Dysrhythmias are commonly seen in AMI. Some individuals may
have ischemic episodes without knowing it, thereby having a
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"silent" infarction. Women are more likely to have atypical signs
and symptoms, such as shortness of breath, nausea and
vomiting, and back or jaw pain.
Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) can be classified as which of
the following? (Select all that apply.)
a.
Angina
b.
Nonischemic
c.
Non-Q wave
d.
Q wave
ANS: C, D
AMI can be classified as Q wave or non-Q wave.
A patient is admitted with an acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
The nurse monitors for which potential complications? (Select all
that apply.)
a.
CCRN CARDIAC EXAM QUESTION BANK
2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALL ANSWERED {450 Q & A}
ALREADY GRADED A+ | BRAND NEW!
Which of the following is the preferred lead for ST segment
monitoring for a patient with a suspected right coronary artery
occlusion?
A.
I
B.
aVR
C.
III
D.
V1
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C
Leads III and V3 are recommended for ST segment monitoring for
patients with acute coronary syndrome unless available
information from a previous 12-lead electrocardiogram obtained
during an ischemic event indicates that another lead is more
sensitive. Lead III is likely to be the most specific (ischemic
footprint) for the patient with occlusion of the right coronary
artery.
The patient has been in chronic heart failure for the past 10
years. He has been treated with beta-blockers and angiotensin-
converting enzyme inhibitors as well as diuretics. His symptoms
have recently worsened, and he presents to the ED with severe
shortness of breath and crackles throughout his lung fields. His
respirations are labored and arterial blood gases show that he is
at risk for respiratory failure. Which of the following therapies
may be used for acute, short-term management of the patient?
(Select all that apply).
a.
Dobutamine
b.
Intraaortic balloon pump
c.
Nesiritide (Natrecor)
d.
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Ventricular assist device
ANS: A, B, C
This patient is showing signs and symptoms of an acute
exacerbation of heart failure. Dobutamine and nesiritide are
medications administered for acute short-term management;
mechanical assist with an intraaortic balloon pump also may be
warranted.
Which statements are true regarding the symptoms of an AMI?
(Select all that apply.)
a.
Dysrhythmias are common occurrences.
b.
Men have more atypical symptoms than women.
c.
Midsternal chest pain is a common presenting symptom.
d.
Some patients are asymptomatic.
ANS: A, C, D
Chest pain is a common presenting symptom in AMI.
Dysrhythmias are commonly seen in AMI. Some individuals may
have ischemic episodes without knowing it, thereby having a
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"silent" infarction. Women are more likely to have atypical signs
and symptoms, such as shortness of breath, nausea and
vomiting, and back or jaw pain.
Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) can be classified as which of
the following? (Select all that apply.)
a.
Angina
b.
Nonischemic
c.
Non-Q wave
d.
Q wave
ANS: C, D
AMI can be classified as Q wave or non-Q wave.
A patient is admitted with an acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
The nurse monitors for which potential complications? (Select all
that apply.)
a.
