NCLEX RN Cardiovascular Questions and Answers
Latest And Graded 2023-2024-2025
Cardiac Catheterization - ANSWER-Procedure to visualize heart's blood vessels.
Glipizide - ANSWER-Oral medication for type 2 diabetes management.
Acute Kidney Injury - ANSWER-Sudden decline in kidney function.
Electrocardiogram (ECG) - ANSWER-Test to measure heart's electrical activity.
Cardiac Monitor Alarm - ANSWER-Alerts for abnormal heart rhythms or status.
Cardioversion - ANSWER-Restoration of normal heart rhythm using electricity.
Automatic Internal Cardioverter-Defibrillator - ANSWER-Device that detects and
corrects arrhythmias.
Sinus Tachycardia - ANSWER-Heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute.
Aortoiliac Bypass Graft - ANSWER-Surgical procedure to restore blood flow.
Pericardiocentesis - ANSWER-Procedure to remove fluid from pericardial space.
Variant Angina - ANSWER-Chest pain due to coronary artery spasm.
Cardiac Tamponade - ANSWER-Compression of heart due to fluid accumulation.
Arterial Ischemic Leg Ulcer - ANSWER-Wound due to insufficient blood flow to legs.
Hypertension Management - ANSWER-Avoid high-sodium foods to control blood
pressure.
Raynaud's Disease - ANSWER-Condition causing reduced blood flow to extremities.
Varicose Veins - ANSWER-Enlarged veins due to poor blood flow.
Troponin T Assay - ANSWER-Blood test for diagnosing myocardial infarction.
Atrial Fibrillation - ANSWER-Irregular heart rhythm with rapid rate.
,Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) - ANSWER-Test indicating kidney function and hydration
status.
Serum Creatinine Level - ANSWER-Indicator of kidney function, normal is 0.6-1.2
mg/dL.
PR Interval - ANSWER-Time from atrial depolarization to ventricular depolarization.
QRS Complex - ANSWER-Represents ventricular depolarization on ECG.
Hypovolemia - ANSWER-Decreased blood volume in the body.
Muffled Heart Sounds - ANSWER-Indicates possible cardiac tamponade presence.
Oxygen Flow Rate - ANSWER-Amount of oxygen delivered to a patient.
Level of Consciousness - ANSWER-Assessment of a patient's awareness and
responsiveness.
Nausea - ANSWER-Feeling of needing to vomit, often associated with cardiac issues.
Atrial Kick - ANSWER-Contraction of atria aiding ventricular filling.
Left-Sided Heart Failure - ANSWER-Condition causing pulmonary congestion and
reduced cardiac output.
Angina Pectoris - ANSWER-Chest pain due to reduced blood flow to heart.
Leg Ulcer Assessment - ANSWER-Evaluation of ulcer characteristics to determine type.
Arterial Ulcer - ANSWER-Ulcer with pale base, cool surrounding tissue due to ischemia.
Venous Stasis Ulcer - ANSWER-Ulcer with dark red base, caused by venous
congestion.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - ANSWER-Blood clot in deep veins, often in legs.
Sclerotherapy - ANSWER-Treatment involving injection to close varicose veins.
Angioplasty - ANSWER-Procedure to open narrowed coronary arteries.
Myocardial Infarction (MI) - ANSWER-Heart attack due to blocked blood supply.
Dietary Restrictions in Heart Failure - ANSWER-Limit sodium and fluid intake to
manage symptoms.
, Hyperlipidemia - ANSWER-High levels of lipids in blood, risk factor for CAD.
Glucose Intolerance - ANSWER-Impaired ability to manage blood sugar levels.
Chest Pain Assessment - ANSWER-Immediate evaluation of pain characteristics and
nitroglycerin use.
Lifestyle Changes for Angina - ANSWER-Modifications to reduce symptoms and
improve heart health.
Weight Monitoring in Heart Failure - ANSWER-Daily weight checks to prevent fluid
overload.
Cardiac Output - ANSWER-Volume of blood pumped by heart per minute.
Jugular Vein Distention - ANSWER-Sign of right-sided heart failure or fluid overload.
Peripheral Edema - ANSWER-Swelling in limbs due to fluid retention.
Organomegaly - ANSWER-Enlargement of organs, often due to heart failure.
Cool Extremities - ANSWER-Indicates poor circulation or arterial insufficiency.
Trophic Changes - ANSWER-Skin changes due to inadequate blood supply.
Nutritional Management in CAD - ANSWER-Focus on healthy fats, fiber, and low
cholesterol.
Cardiologist Follow-Up - ANSWER-Essential for monitoring heart health post-MI.
Anxiety in Health Changes - ANSWER-Emotional response affecting patient
engagement in care.
Oxygen Therapy in Angina - ANSWER-Improves oxygen supply to heart, alleviating
pain.
Cardiologist - ANSWER-A doctor specializing in heart conditions.
Inadequate Cardiac Output - ANSWER-Insufficient blood flow from the heart.
Daily Fiber Intake - ANSWER-Essential for preventing straining during bowel
movements.
Vigorous Exercise - ANSWER-Intense physical activity to strengthen the heart.
Fluid Intake - ANSWER-3000 to 3500 mL daily for kidney health.
Latest And Graded 2023-2024-2025
Cardiac Catheterization - ANSWER-Procedure to visualize heart's blood vessels.
Glipizide - ANSWER-Oral medication for type 2 diabetes management.
Acute Kidney Injury - ANSWER-Sudden decline in kidney function.
Electrocardiogram (ECG) - ANSWER-Test to measure heart's electrical activity.
Cardiac Monitor Alarm - ANSWER-Alerts for abnormal heart rhythms or status.
Cardioversion - ANSWER-Restoration of normal heart rhythm using electricity.
Automatic Internal Cardioverter-Defibrillator - ANSWER-Device that detects and
corrects arrhythmias.
Sinus Tachycardia - ANSWER-Heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute.
Aortoiliac Bypass Graft - ANSWER-Surgical procedure to restore blood flow.
Pericardiocentesis - ANSWER-Procedure to remove fluid from pericardial space.
Variant Angina - ANSWER-Chest pain due to coronary artery spasm.
Cardiac Tamponade - ANSWER-Compression of heart due to fluid accumulation.
Arterial Ischemic Leg Ulcer - ANSWER-Wound due to insufficient blood flow to legs.
Hypertension Management - ANSWER-Avoid high-sodium foods to control blood
pressure.
Raynaud's Disease - ANSWER-Condition causing reduced blood flow to extremities.
Varicose Veins - ANSWER-Enlarged veins due to poor blood flow.
Troponin T Assay - ANSWER-Blood test for diagnosing myocardial infarction.
Atrial Fibrillation - ANSWER-Irregular heart rhythm with rapid rate.
,Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) - ANSWER-Test indicating kidney function and hydration
status.
Serum Creatinine Level - ANSWER-Indicator of kidney function, normal is 0.6-1.2
mg/dL.
PR Interval - ANSWER-Time from atrial depolarization to ventricular depolarization.
QRS Complex - ANSWER-Represents ventricular depolarization on ECG.
Hypovolemia - ANSWER-Decreased blood volume in the body.
Muffled Heart Sounds - ANSWER-Indicates possible cardiac tamponade presence.
Oxygen Flow Rate - ANSWER-Amount of oxygen delivered to a patient.
Level of Consciousness - ANSWER-Assessment of a patient's awareness and
responsiveness.
Nausea - ANSWER-Feeling of needing to vomit, often associated with cardiac issues.
Atrial Kick - ANSWER-Contraction of atria aiding ventricular filling.
Left-Sided Heart Failure - ANSWER-Condition causing pulmonary congestion and
reduced cardiac output.
Angina Pectoris - ANSWER-Chest pain due to reduced blood flow to heart.
Leg Ulcer Assessment - ANSWER-Evaluation of ulcer characteristics to determine type.
Arterial Ulcer - ANSWER-Ulcer with pale base, cool surrounding tissue due to ischemia.
Venous Stasis Ulcer - ANSWER-Ulcer with dark red base, caused by venous
congestion.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - ANSWER-Blood clot in deep veins, often in legs.
Sclerotherapy - ANSWER-Treatment involving injection to close varicose veins.
Angioplasty - ANSWER-Procedure to open narrowed coronary arteries.
Myocardial Infarction (MI) - ANSWER-Heart attack due to blocked blood supply.
Dietary Restrictions in Heart Failure - ANSWER-Limit sodium and fluid intake to
manage symptoms.
, Hyperlipidemia - ANSWER-High levels of lipids in blood, risk factor for CAD.
Glucose Intolerance - ANSWER-Impaired ability to manage blood sugar levels.
Chest Pain Assessment - ANSWER-Immediate evaluation of pain characteristics and
nitroglycerin use.
Lifestyle Changes for Angina - ANSWER-Modifications to reduce symptoms and
improve heart health.
Weight Monitoring in Heart Failure - ANSWER-Daily weight checks to prevent fluid
overload.
Cardiac Output - ANSWER-Volume of blood pumped by heart per minute.
Jugular Vein Distention - ANSWER-Sign of right-sided heart failure or fluid overload.
Peripheral Edema - ANSWER-Swelling in limbs due to fluid retention.
Organomegaly - ANSWER-Enlargement of organs, often due to heart failure.
Cool Extremities - ANSWER-Indicates poor circulation or arterial insufficiency.
Trophic Changes - ANSWER-Skin changes due to inadequate blood supply.
Nutritional Management in CAD - ANSWER-Focus on healthy fats, fiber, and low
cholesterol.
Cardiologist Follow-Up - ANSWER-Essential for monitoring heart health post-MI.
Anxiety in Health Changes - ANSWER-Emotional response affecting patient
engagement in care.
Oxygen Therapy in Angina - ANSWER-Improves oxygen supply to heart, alleviating
pain.
Cardiologist - ANSWER-A doctor specializing in heart conditions.
Inadequate Cardiac Output - ANSWER-Insufficient blood flow from the heart.
Daily Fiber Intake - ANSWER-Essential for preventing straining during bowel
movements.
Vigorous Exercise - ANSWER-Intense physical activity to strengthen the heart.
Fluid Intake - ANSWER-3000 to 3500 mL daily for kidney health.
