FISDAP Cardiology Questions and Answers
A 54 year old complains of chest tightness after raking leaves for an hour. The pain
subsided after rest and
... [Show More] two nitroglycerin. He has had very similar episodes in the past.
He is most likely experiencing?
· Angina Pectoris/ Unstable Angina/ Myocardial Infarction/ Esophageal
spasm
Reason for answer: Angina occurs when the heart's need for oxygen exceeds it's supply,
usually during periods of physical or emotional stress when the heart is working hard. (Page
637)
2. At what rate should single rescuer CPR be performed for a 17 year old female?
· 120 per min/ 90/ 80
Reason for answer: 100-120 Beats per minute. (Page 514)
3. A 40 year old patient with a history of coronary artery disease and recent
mastectomy is complaining of chest discomfort. Vitals are P 120, R 22, and BP 80/54.
You should suspect?
· CHF/ Cardiogenic Shock/ septic shock
Reason for answer: BP 80/54 is low BP(shock may occur)
4. Nitroglycerin is a medication that is typically administered?
· Sublingually/ intraosseously/ subcutaneously
Reason for answer: Beneath the tongue is very vascular, so the medication can be absorbed
quicker
5. A patient was struck by lightning. You should suspect?
· An irregular heartbeat/ peripheral nerve damage
Reason for answer: Your heart functions on electricity, the shock changes the rhythm.
6. During CPR which of the following is most important?
· Minimal interruptions during compressions
Reason for answer: providing circulation supports the bodies tissues to stay alive
7. A buildup of calcium and cholesterol form plaque inside a blood vessel which would
most likely be the cause?
· Pulmonary embolism/ CHF/ ACS/ hemorrhagic stroke
Reason for answer: Plaque, build up. (key words) (Atherosclerosis-The build-up of fats,
cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls.)
8. During the Primary Assessment a 57 year old female says she has chest pain and
points to her epigastric area. What should you do?
· Obtain vital signs/ Admin Nitro/ Assess breathing/ Admin oxygen
Reason for answer: The book mentions assessing patient, if they worsen administer oxygen
9. What is the cause of heart failure? [Show Less]