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A. "The test is used to assess the structures and function of the valves and heart muscle"
An echocardiogram is a diagnostic test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's chambers, valves, and surrounding structures, and assesses their function.
B. "You will not be permitted to eat or drink after midnight
Fasting is not typically required for an echocardiogram.
C. "During the test there will be slight discomfort in the chest area"
Discomfort is not typically associated with an echocardiogram.
D. "The test is used to identify the extent of blockages in the arteries in the heart
An echocardiogram does not typically assess the extent of blockages in the arteries.
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Full Explanation
Rationale:
A. An echocardiogram is a diagnostic test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's chambers, valves, and surrounding structures, and assesses their function.
B. Fasting is not typically required for an echocardiogram.
C. Discomfort is not typically associated with an echocardiogram.
D. An echocardiogram does not typically assess the extent of blockages in the arteries.
Similar Questions
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with infective endocarditis. The nurse is aware that which of the following is the priority assessment finding for this patient?
A. Anorexia
Anorexia is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
B. Fever
Fever is a hallmark sign of infective endocarditis and should be monitored closely.
C. Dyspnea
Dyspnea is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
D. Malaise
Malaise is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
Full Explanation
Rationale:
A. Anorexia is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
B. Fever is a hallmark sign of infective endocarditis and should be monitored closely.
C. Dyspnea is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
D. Malaise is a common symptom of infective endocarditis but is not typically the priority assessment finding.
A nurse is caring for a client who is in pulseless ventricular tachycardia (V-Tach). The nurse recognizes the need for which priority intervention?
A. Synchronized Cardioversion
Synchronized cardioversion is not appropriate for pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
B. Repeat electrocardiogram (ECG)
A repeat ECG is not necessary for pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
C. Assessment of blood pressure
Assessment of blood pressure is not the priority in pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
D. Immediate Defibrillation
Immediate defibrillation is the priority in pulseless ventricular tachycardia to restore a perfusing rhythm.
Full Explanation
Rationale:
A. Synchronized cardioversion is not appropriate for pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
B. A repeat ECG is not necessary for pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
C. Assessment of blood pressure is not the priority in pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
D. Immediate defibrillation is the priority in pulseless ventricular tachycardia to restore a perfusing rhythm.
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with hypertensive emergency. The nurse is aware the treatment goals for the patient include which of the following?
A. Reduce Blood pressure until patient is asymptomatic
Reducing blood pressure until the patient is asymptomatic is not specific and may not be achievable or safe.
B. Reduce the blood pressure to normal over a period of hours.
Reducing the blood pressure to normal over a period of hours may be too slow for a hypertensive emergency.
C. Reduction of blood pressure to normal over a period of days
Reducing blood pressure to normal over a period of days is too slow for a hypertensive emergency.
D. Reduction of blood pressure by 50% in the first hour.
The goal in a hypertensive emergency is to reduce blood pressure by 25% to 30% within the first hour, with the ultimate goal of a reduction of 50% in the first hour.
Full Explanation
Rationale:
A. Reducing blood pressure until the patient is asymptomatic is not specific and may not be achievable or safe.
B. Reducing the blood pressure to normal over a period of hours may be too slow for a hypertensive emergency.
C. Reducing blood pressure to normal over a period of days is too slow for a hypertensive emergency.
D. The goal in a hypertensive emergency is to reduce blood pressure by 25% to 30% within the first hour, with the ultimate goal of a reduction of 50% in the first hour.