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CARDIAC NCLEX PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2025
When assessing a pt who has been taking amiodarone for 6 months, which
adverse reaction might the nurse identify?
A. glycosuria
B. dysphagia
C. photophobia
D. urticaria - correct-answer-C
A pt has a new prescription from transdermal nitroglycerin patches. The nurse
teaches the pt that these patches are most appropriately used for which of the
following?
A. to relieve exertional angina
B. to prevent palpatations
C. to prevent the occurrence of angina
D. to reduce the severity of anginal episodes - correct-answer-C
A nurse with adequate knowledge about the administration of IV nitroglycerin will
recognize that which of the following statements is correct?
A. the intravenous form is given by bolus injection
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B. because the IV forms are short-lived, the dosing must be every 2 hours
C. IV nitroglycerin must be protected form exposure to light through use of special
tubing
D. IV nitroglycerin can be given via gravity drip infusions - correct-answer-C
A nurse with adequate knowledge about the administration of IV nitroglycerin will
recognize that which of the following statements is correct?
A. the intravenous form is given by bolus injection
B. because the IV forms are short-lived, the dosing must be every 2 hours
C. IV nitroglycerin must be protected form exposure to light through use of special
tubing
D. IV nitroglycerin can be given via gravity drip infusions - correct-answer-C
Which statement by the pt reflects the need for additional pt education about the
CCB diltiazem (Cardizem)?
A. I can take this drug to stop acute anginal attacks
B. I understand that food and antacids alter the absorption of this oral drug
C. when the long-acting forms are taken, the drug cannot be crushed
D. this drug may cause my blood pressure to drop, so I should be careful when
getting up - correct-answer-A
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While assessing a pt with angina who is to start Beta Blocker therapy, the nurse is
aware that the presence of which condition may be a problem if these drugs are
used:
A. hypertension
B. essential tremors
C. exertional angina
D. asthma - correct-answer-D
A 68 y/o man has been taking the nitrate isosorbide for 2 years for angina. He
recently has been experiencing erectile dysfunction and wants a prescription for
sildenafil (Viagra). Which response would the nurse most likely hear from the
prescriber?
A. He will have to be switched to isosorbide mononitrate if he wants to take
sildenafil
B. taking sildenafil with the nitrate may result in severe hypotension
C. I'll write a prescription, but if he uses it, he needs to stop talking the isosorbide
for one dose
D. these drugs are compatible with each other, and so I'll write a prescription -
correct-answer-B
Which of the following adverse effects is of most concern for the older adult pt
taking anti-hypertensive drugs
A. dry mouth
B. hypotension
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C. restlessness
D. constipation - correct-answer-B
when giving antihypertensives drugs, the nurse must consider giving the first dose
at bedtime for which of the following classes of drugs?
A. alpha blockers
B. diuretics
C. ACE inhibitors
D. vasodilators - correct-answer-A
A 56 y/o man started antihypertensive drug therapy 3 months earlier and is in the
office for a follow-up visit. While the nurse is taking his BP, he informs the nurse
that he has had some problems with sexual intercourse. Which of the following
would be the most appropriate response by the nurse:
A. not to worry. Tolerance will develop
B. the physician can work with you on changing the dose or drug
C. sexual dysfunction happens with this therapy, and you must lean to accept it
D. this is an unusual occurrence, but it is important to stay on your meds - correct-
answer-B
SC heparin should be administered in the:
A. flank
B. abdominal fat
CARDIAC NCLEX PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2025
When assessing a pt who has been taking amiodarone for 6 months, which
adverse reaction might the nurse identify?
A. glycosuria
B. dysphagia
C. photophobia
D. urticaria - correct-answer-C
A pt has a new prescription from transdermal nitroglycerin patches. The nurse
teaches the pt that these patches are most appropriately used for which of the
following?
A. to relieve exertional angina
B. to prevent palpatations
C. to prevent the occurrence of angina
D. to reduce the severity of anginal episodes - correct-answer-C
A nurse with adequate knowledge about the administration of IV nitroglycerin will
recognize that which of the following statements is correct?
A. the intravenous form is given by bolus injection
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B. because the IV forms are short-lived, the dosing must be every 2 hours
C. IV nitroglycerin must be protected form exposure to light through use of special
tubing
D. IV nitroglycerin can be given via gravity drip infusions - correct-answer-C
A nurse with adequate knowledge about the administration of IV nitroglycerin will
recognize that which of the following statements is correct?
A. the intravenous form is given by bolus injection
B. because the IV forms are short-lived, the dosing must be every 2 hours
C. IV nitroglycerin must be protected form exposure to light through use of special
tubing
D. IV nitroglycerin can be given via gravity drip infusions - correct-answer-C
Which statement by the pt reflects the need for additional pt education about the
CCB diltiazem (Cardizem)?
A. I can take this drug to stop acute anginal attacks
B. I understand that food and antacids alter the absorption of this oral drug
C. when the long-acting forms are taken, the drug cannot be crushed
D. this drug may cause my blood pressure to drop, so I should be careful when
getting up - correct-answer-A
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While assessing a pt with angina who is to start Beta Blocker therapy, the nurse is
aware that the presence of which condition may be a problem if these drugs are
used:
A. hypertension
B. essential tremors
C. exertional angina
D. asthma - correct-answer-D
A 68 y/o man has been taking the nitrate isosorbide for 2 years for angina. He
recently has been experiencing erectile dysfunction and wants a prescription for
sildenafil (Viagra). Which response would the nurse most likely hear from the
prescriber?
A. He will have to be switched to isosorbide mononitrate if he wants to take
sildenafil
B. taking sildenafil with the nitrate may result in severe hypotension
C. I'll write a prescription, but if he uses it, he needs to stop talking the isosorbide
for one dose
D. these drugs are compatible with each other, and so I'll write a prescription -
correct-answer-B
Which of the following adverse effects is of most concern for the older adult pt
taking anti-hypertensive drugs
A. dry mouth
B. hypotension
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C. restlessness
D. constipation - correct-answer-B
when giving antihypertensives drugs, the nurse must consider giving the first dose
at bedtime for which of the following classes of drugs?
A. alpha blockers
B. diuretics
C. ACE inhibitors
D. vasodilators - correct-answer-A
A 56 y/o man started antihypertensive drug therapy 3 months earlier and is in the
office for a follow-up visit. While the nurse is taking his BP, he informs the nurse
that he has had some problems with sexual intercourse. Which of the following
would be the most appropriate response by the nurse:
A. not to worry. Tolerance will develop
B. the physician can work with you on changing the dose or drug
C. sexual dysfunction happens with this therapy, and you must lean to accept it
D. this is an unusual occurrence, but it is important to stay on your meds - correct-
answer-B
SC heparin should be administered in the:
A. flank
B. abdominal fat
