PNVN1631 Proctored Midterm Exam
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What does increased Potassium do the heart?
Ans: Causes an irregular heart rythyms (arythmias)
What is Vasotec (enalapril) and what is it used for?
Ans: ACE inhibitor-decreases blood pressure
What would you ask a patient if they are having anxiety before an open
heart surgery?
Ans: "What are your concerns?"
Allow the patient to express their feelings/concerns.
What should you monitor after a patient has had a heart catheter in
place?
Ans: Puncture site for s/s bleeding
What are anticipated signs of taking Lasix?
Ans: Increased urine output
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Increased weight loss
Increased thirst
What are not anticipated signs of taking Lasix?
Ans: Muscle weakness
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Ans: Inotropic agent, cardiac glycoside
When would you not give Digoxin?
Ans: Pulse under 60
What is a stress test and what does it monitor?
Ans: A cardiological test that measures the heart's ability to
respond to external stress in a controlled clinical environment.
The stress response is induced by exercise, intravenous
pharmacological stimulation, or in some cases, a combination
of both.
How can walking prevent vascular disorders?
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