Davis Edge: Cardiac Part 1 Exam Questions and Answers |Fall
2025/2026 Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
The nurse is caring for a client with thrombophlebitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
1.Place affected extremity at or below heart level.
2.Place ice on the affected area.
3.Monitor partial thromboplastin time (PTT).
4.Administer nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) as ordered.
Correct Answer
4. administer NSAIDs as ordered
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which client is at highest risk for developing hypertension?
1.A 56-year-old African-American female who is 5'4" and weighs 260 pounds.
2.A 30-year-old Hispanic male who is 6'0" and weighs 240 pounds.
3.A 45-year-old Caucasian woman who is 5'5" and weighs 120 pounds
4.A 60-year-old Hispanic male who is 5'7" and weighs 145 pounds
Correct Answer
1. A 56-year-old African-American female who is 5'4" and weighs 260 pounds.
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,Question 3
The nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
1.A client with a blood pressure of 200/104 in kidney failure
2.A client with a blood pressure of 180/80 with a potassium of 3.0 mEq/L
3.A client with a blood pressure of 190/100 who reports intermittent claudication
4.A client with a blood pressure of 180/90 who reports chest pain
Correct Answer
4.A client with a blood pressure of 180/90 who reports chest pain
Question 4
Which of the following is the only symptom of a myocardial infarction (MI) in an older adult?
1.Chest pain
2.Jaw pain
3.Dyspnea
4.Diaphoresis
Correct Answer
3. dyspnea
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, Question 5
A client asks the nurse about the difference between stable and unstable angina. Which statement by the nurse is most
appropriate?
1."Stable angina is unpredictable and lasts longer."
2."Unstable angina is relieved by rest and medication."
3."Stable angina can occur at rest or during sleep."
4."Unstable angina occurs with moderate exertion."
Correct Answer
4."Unstable angina occurs with moderate exertion."
Question 6
The nurse is caring for a client with venous stasis ulcers. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
1.Instruct the client to sit with their legs crossed.
2.Advise client to keep legs in a dependent position.
3.Encourage ambulation.
4.Apply compression stockings.
Correct Answer
4. apply compression socks
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2025/2026 Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
The nurse is caring for a client with thrombophlebitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
1.Place affected extremity at or below heart level.
2.Place ice on the affected area.
3.Monitor partial thromboplastin time (PTT).
4.Administer nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) as ordered.
Correct Answer
4. administer NSAIDs as ordered
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which client is at highest risk for developing hypertension?
1.A 56-year-old African-American female who is 5'4" and weighs 260 pounds.
2.A 30-year-old Hispanic male who is 6'0" and weighs 240 pounds.
3.A 45-year-old Caucasian woman who is 5'5" and weighs 120 pounds
4.A 60-year-old Hispanic male who is 5'7" and weighs 145 pounds
Correct Answer
1. A 56-year-old African-American female who is 5'4" and weighs 260 pounds.
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,Question 3
The nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
1.A client with a blood pressure of 200/104 in kidney failure
2.A client with a blood pressure of 180/80 with a potassium of 3.0 mEq/L
3.A client with a blood pressure of 190/100 who reports intermittent claudication
4.A client with a blood pressure of 180/90 who reports chest pain
Correct Answer
4.A client with a blood pressure of 180/90 who reports chest pain
Question 4
Which of the following is the only symptom of a myocardial infarction (MI) in an older adult?
1.Chest pain
2.Jaw pain
3.Dyspnea
4.Diaphoresis
Correct Answer
3. dyspnea
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, Question 5
A client asks the nurse about the difference between stable and unstable angina. Which statement by the nurse is most
appropriate?
1."Stable angina is unpredictable and lasts longer."
2."Unstable angina is relieved by rest and medication."
3."Stable angina can occur at rest or during sleep."
4."Unstable angina occurs with moderate exertion."
Correct Answer
4."Unstable angina occurs with moderate exertion."
Question 6
The nurse is caring for a client with venous stasis ulcers. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
1.Instruct the client to sit with their legs crossed.
2.Advise client to keep legs in a dependent position.
3.Encourage ambulation.
4.Apply compression stockings.
Correct Answer
4. apply compression socks
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