Cardiac Exam Practice – 100+ Questions (Answer key at the end) Fall 2025

Cardiac Exam Practice – 100+ Questions
1. A patient with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is most likely to receive which immediate
intervention?
A. Morphine
B. Aspirin
C. Oxygen
D. All of the above

2. Which lab value is the most specific for myocardial infarction?
A. CK-MB
B. Myoglobin
C. Troponin
D. BNP

3. Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of:
A. Stroke
B. Pulmonary embolism
C. Myocardial infarction
D. Deep vein thrombosis

4. (Select all that apply) Which are signs of left-sided heart failure?
A. Pulmonary crackles
B. Peripheral edema
C. Orthopnea
D. Ascites

5. Which medication is contraindicated in patients with severe bradycardia?
A. Atropine
B. Digoxin
C. Epinephrine
D. Dopamine

6. The therapeutic INR range for a patient on warfarin for atrial fibrillation is:
A. 1.0–1.5
B. 2.0–3.0
C. 3.5–4.5
D. 4.5–5.5

7. (Select all that apply) Which nursing interventions are priorities during a hypertensive crisis?
A. Continuous cardiac monitoring
B. Frequent neuro checks
C. Encourage ambulation
D. IV antihypertensives

8. A patient with PAD is most likely to report:
A. Calf pain with walking
B. Pain relief when legs are elevated
C. Warm, red extremities
D. Bounding pulses

, 9. Which valve disorder is associated with a diastolic murmur?
A. Aortic stenosis
B. Mitral regurgitation
C. Aortic regurgitation
D. Mitral valve prolapse

10. (Select all that apply) Which are early signs of digoxin toxicity?
A. Nausea
B. Visual changes
C. Bradycardia
D. Hypertension

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