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A client is diagnosed with thrombocytopenia. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for this client?
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of stable angina. Which nursing intervention is a priority for this client?
A client with stable angina reports chest pain that occurs during physical exertion and is relieved with rest. The nurse understands that this type of chest pain is most likely due to:
The nurse is providing education to a client with stable angina about lifestyle modifications to manage the condition. Which statement by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
The nurse is caring for a client with atrial fibrillation. Which assessment finding is characteristic of this rhythm disturbance?
The nurse is caring for a client who presents with palpitations, dizziness, and shortness of breath. The electrocardiogram (ECG) reveals an irregularly irregular rhythm with no distinct P waves and an irregular ventricular rate. Which dysrhythmia is the client most likely experiencing?
The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure. Which assessment finding is indicative of left-sided heart failure?
The nurse is teaching a client with heart failure about dietary management. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of dietary restrictions to manage heart failure?
A client is prescribed with a medication that inhibits HMG-CoA reductase. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
The nurse is educating a client about the medication simvastatin. Which statement by the client indicates understanding of the teaching
A client is prescribed with a medication that inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
The nurse is caring for a client receiving warfarin therapy. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor to assess the effectiveness of warfarin therapy?
A client is prescribed with simvastatin. Before administering the medication, the nurse should assess the client's:
The nurse is providing discharge education to a client prescribed with simvastatin. Which instruction is essential for the client to understand?
A client is prescribed with a fibrate medication to manage hyperlipidemia. The nurse understands that fibrates primarily work by:
The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client prescribed with fenofibrate. Which instruction is essential for the client to understand
A client is prescribed with a medication that works by dilating coronary arteries and improving blood flow to the heart muscle. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
The nurse is providing discharge education to a client prescribed with sublingual nitroglycerin tablets for angina. Which instruction is essential for the client to understand?
A client is prescribed with a medication that is a long-acting nitrate used for the prophylaxis of angina. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
The nurse is assessing a client who has been taking nitrate medications for angina. Which finding would indicate a common side effect associated with nitrates?
A client with atrial fibrillation is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class 1 sodium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
The nurse is caring for a client receiving quinidine therapy. Which finding would indicate a potential adverse effect associated with quinidine?
A client is diagnosed with ventricular arrhythmias and is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class 1A sodium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client with a history of myocardial infarction is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class 1B sodium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client presents to the emergency department with recurrent episodes of atrial fibrillation. The healthcare provider prescribes a medication that belongs to the class 1C sodium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client is diagnosed with hypertension and is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class II beta-adrenergic blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client with hypertension is prescribed with a medication known as Inderal. The nurse understands that Inderal is a trade name for which medication?
A client is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class III potassium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client with hypertension is prescribed with a medication that belongs to the class IV calcium channel blockers. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is prescribed with a medication to prevent further clot formation. Which class of medications is commonly prescribed for this purpose?
A client with atrial fibrillation is prescribed with a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC) to prevent stroke. Which class of medications does the NOAC belong to, acting as inhibitors of both factor Xa and thrombin?
A client is admitted to the hospital with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and is prescribed with a medication to reduce myocardial oxygen demand by lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Which class of medication does this drug likely belong to?
A client with atrial fibrillation is prescribed with a medication known as warfarin to prevent thromboembolic events. Warfarin exerts its anticoagulant effect by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor to assess the effectiveness and safety of warfarin therapy?
A client with a history of myocardial infarction (MI) is prescribed with a medication to reduce the risk of thrombotic events by inhibiting platelet aggregation. Which class of medication does this drug likely belong to?
A client with a history of stroke is prescribed with a medication to reduce the risk of recurrent thrombotic events. The healthcare provider orders a medication that belongs to the class of salicylates. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to this client?
A client with a history of coronary artery disease (CAD) is prescribed with a medication to reduce the risk of thrombotic events by inhibiting platelet aggregation through the ADP pathway. Which class of medication does this drug likely belong to?
A client presents to the emergency department with chest pain and is diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD). Which of the following factors is most closely associated with the development of CAD?
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents with peripheral edema, ascites, and jugular venous distention. Which type of heart failure is most likely indicated by these symptoms?
A client with a history of hypertension and coronary artery disease (CAD) presents with dyspnea, orthopnea, and crackles in the lung bases. Which type of heart failure is most likely indicated by these symptoms?
