CNUR 204: Unit 4 - Disorders of the Cardiovascular System Exam Questions and Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest Updated 2026

CNUR 204: Unit 4 - Disorders of the
Cardiovascular System Exam Questions and
Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026



What are the two branches of Asymptomatic and chronic stable angina.
coronary artery disease (CAD)?


What are the two branches of Unstable angina and myocardial infarction
acute (STEMI
coronary syndrome? and NSTEMI).


Briefly explain CAD - Affects the heart's arteries leading to
reduced
flow of oxygen and nutrients to the
myocardium
- Usually caused by atherosclerosis


What are the major risk factors for - Elevated serum lipids
CAD? - HTN
- Tobacco/nicotine use
- Physical inactivity/obesity
- Stress

, What are common diagnostics - Chest radiographs
used - 12 lead ECG
for CAD? - CRP
- Lipid profiles
- Echocardiography
- Coronary angiography


What are the two major outcomes Chronic stable angina and acute coronary
of syndrome!
CAD?


Define angina - Chest pain of reversible myocardial
ischemia
- Due to an increased demand for oxygen
or a
decreased supply of oxygen


Define chronic stable angina Refers to chest pain occurring
intermittently over a
long period of time with predictable onset,
duration, and symptoms.


Briefly explain the pain produced - Pressure or ache
in - Located in the chest, epigastric area,
chronic stable angina neck,
shoulder blades, jaw, shoulders, or arms
- Pain is usually brief (3-5 minutes)
- Pain at rest is unusual
- ECG may show transient ST depression