CCI RCIS Review questions with correct answers

1. When intervening in the mid/distal right leg from a radial approach, which is the best wire choice? Correct Answer-.035 x 260 2. Which of the following BEST describes a balloon's ability to yield to changes in pressure? Correct Answer-Compliance 3. What is the PRIMARY therapeutic reason for using rotational atherectomy as an adjunctive therapy for PCI? Correct Answer-To remove calcific atherosclerotic plaque 4. A Forgarty balloon is commonly used ______ Correct Answer-for removing clot from vein/artery 5. Select the methods used to treat flow limiting dissections Correct Answer-stent, covered stent, angioplasty 6. When using a rotational atherectomy device in the RCA, what else should you consider using? Correct Answer-Temporary pacing, catheter with side holes, (larger bur or vasodilators) 8. What information is required prior to prepping the patient for the procedure? Correct Answer-patient identifiers, allergies, NPO status, advanced directives 9. Which of the following inotropic agents predominately stimulates beta 1 receptors? Correct Answer-Dopamine