Cardiovascular system NCLEX questions & rationales questions with correct answers

Cardiovascular system NCLEX questions & rationalesWhat are characteristics of cardiogenic shock? - correct answer -hypotension -rapid pulse that becomes weaker -decreased urine output -cool, clammy skin What are characteristics of cardiac tamponade? - correct answer accompanied by distant, muddled heart sounds and prominent neck vessels What are characteristics pulmonary embolism? - correct answer presents suddenly with severe dyspnea accompanying the chest pain What is a characteristic of dissecting aortic aneurysm? - correct answer back pain A client admitted to the hospital with chest pain and history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is scheduled for cardiac catheterization. Which medication would need to be withheld for 24 hours before the procedure and for 48 hours after the procedure? - correct answer -Answer: Metformin -Rationale: It's because of the injection of contrast medium during the procedure. If the contrast medium affects kidney function, with Metformin in the system the client would be at increased risk for lactic acidosis. Prepare for transcutaneous pacing A client in sinus bradycardia, with a heart rate of 45 beats/minute, complains of dizziness and has a blood pressure of 82/60 mm Hg. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate will be prescribed? - correct answer -Answer: Prepare for transcutaneous pacing