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Chapter 20- Cardiovascular Function

Nursing For Wellness in Older Adults 6th Edition by Carol Miller

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Chapter 20- Cardiovascular Function

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

1. Which of the following individuals is likely at the highest risk for orthostatic hypotension?
  A) A 75-year-old woman who uses a walker
  B) An 80-year-old man who strains to void when using the bedside commode
  C) A 60-year-old who has a long leg cast on his right leg
  D) An 80-year-old woman who is taking Premarin

 

 

2. Which of the following statements by an older adult indicates the need for further teaching related to cholesterol reduction?
  A) “I will decrease my intake of food high in polyunsaturated fatty acids.”
  B) “I will increase my intake of soybeans, walnuts, and canola oil.”
  C) “I will use a daily supplement of 1 g of calcium daily.”
  D) “I will limit my intake of trans fatty acids and saturated fat.”

 

 

3. An older adult is admitted to the emergency department with dyspnea and a sudden change in level of consciousness. The nurse should assess first for which of the following disorders?
  A) Myocarditis
  B) Aortic aneurysm
  C) Cor pulmonale
  D) Myocardial infarction

 

 

4. Which of the following considerations should a nurse prioritize when assessing a patient who has arrhythmias?
  A) Making an assessment in relation to the patient’s medical history
  B) Performing auscultation before collecting the patient’s history
  C) Checking the patient’s electrolytes immediately
  D) Assessing the patient for adverse medication use

 

Answer Key

 

1. B
2. A
3. D
4. A

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