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NUR 172 Exam 1 Questions With Complete Solutions
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- NUR 172 Hondros
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- Hondros College School Of Nursing
NUR 172 Exam 1 Questions With Complete Solutions
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NUR 172 Exam 1 Questions WithComplete Solutions
_____ also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are a class
of lipid-lowering medications that reduce illness and mortality in
those who are at high risk of cardiovascular disease
A. Diuretics
B. ACE inhibitors
C. Beta blockers
D. Statins Correct Answers D (ex: Atorvastatin/Lipitor)
A 55 y/o male with PMHx of increased BMI, cigarette smoking,
and family Hx of CAD comes to the ED w/ complaints of
indigestion associated with activity. What type of angina is this
pt most likely experiencing?
A. Stable angina
B. Unstable angina
C. Variant angina
D. Silent ischemia Correct Answers A
A 67 year old patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis
of venous insufficiency. Which patient statement is most
supportive of the diagnosis?
A. "I can't get my shoes on at the end of the day"
B. "I can't see to ever get my feet warm enough"
C. " I have burning leg pains after I walk two blocks"
D. "I wake up during the night because my legs hurt" Correct
Answers A
, A 73 year old pt w/ chronic A-fib develops sudden severe pain,
pulselessness, pallor, and coolness in the right leg wile walking.
The nurse should notify the HCP and immediately...
A. Apply a compression stocking to the leg
B. Elevate the leg above the level of the heart
C. Assist the pt in gently exercising the leg
D. Put the pt in bed in the supine position Correct Answers D
A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a male client newly
prescribed atenolol. Which information is important for the
nurse to teach this client?
A. Causes and treatments for erectile dysfunction
B. Control of excessive flatus
C. Management of incontinence
D. Prevention of constipation Correct Answers A (atenolol =
beta blocker used to treat HTN and angina)
A nurse is teaching a pt with newly diagnosed chronic stable
angina. Which instructions should the nurse incorporate in the
teaching session on measures to prevent future angina? Select all
that apply
A. Increase isometric arm exercises to build endurance
B. Wear a face mask outdoors in cold weather
C. Take NTG before a stressful situation even though pain is not
present
D. Perform most exertion activities in the morning
E. Take a stool softener if constipation is an issue
F. Eliminate tobacco use Correct Answers BCEF
A patient with angina reports his angina pain is prolonged,
severe, and occurs at the same time each day, most often at rest
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