BKAT MED-SURG EXAM 2024 LATEST EXAM | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | GRADED A+ |
VERIFIED ANSWERS
A systolic murmur that is auscultated at the 2nd intercostal space, right sternal
border is called: - Answer: Aortic Stenosis
Which of the following wave patterns indicates proper functioning of an arterial
line? - Answer: High to low
The use of an arterial line may be indicated for all the following except? - Answer:
For the administration of routine drugs
After an arterial catheter is removed, direct pressure should be applies to the artery
for how long? - Answer: 5-10 minutes
A CVP reading directly reflects pressure in the: - Answer: Right Atrium
An elevated CVP reading may indicate: - Answer: Right heart failure
The pulmonary artery occlusive (wedge) pressure (PAOP) reflects pressure in the: -
Answer: Left Vetricle
The normal pulmonary artery pressure is: - Answer: 11-20
How many mmHg is the normal PAOP? - Answer: -12
An elevated PAOP may indicate: - Answer: Left ventricular failure
Mr. Adams, a 68 y/o pt., c/o feeling "a little funny in his chest". His ECG shows
Afib/flutter. Which of the following meds could be used to tx his cardiac rhythm? -
Answer: Diltiazem/Cardizem
A QRS complex wider than 0.12 sec most likely indicates: - Answer: Bundle
Branch Block (BBB)
Special care should be exercised when administering IV Dopamine because -
Answer: Infiltration leads to tissue necrosis
, Page 2 of 8
A strong ventricular stimulus is potentially dangerous when it lands on the -
Answer: T Wave
Indication for use of external cardiac pacemaker includes: - Answer: Symptomatic
complete heart block
Initial drug treatment for sustained V-Tach when a pulse is present - Answer:
Amiodarone 150mg IV over 10 minutes
Initial measures for the treatment of angina pectoris do not include which response
below? - Answer: Morphine & Beta Blockers
The classical ECG change with muscle injury in acute myocardial infarction is: -
Answer: ST segment elevation
Elevated cardiac iso-enzymes generally do not occur in which response below? -
Answer: Congestive Heart Failure
The major therapeutic goal in the treatment of cardiogenic shock is to: - Answer:
Increase cardiac output
You receive orders to start nitroprusside and dobutamine in your patient with end-
stage cardiomyopathy. How will this treatment regimen affect Cardiac Output? -
Answer: Reduced preload and afterload and improves contractility
Precautions in using IV nitroprusside is not included in which response below? -
Answer: Alertness to the development of an acute hypertensive episode
When packing Nitroprusside, it should be: - Answer: Protected from light
In dealing with a depressed pt. during the 1st few days post AMI the most
appropriate nursing action would be: - Answer: Encourage the patient to ventilate
his/her concerns
Mr. Seamore is receiving thrombolytics (TPA) 3 hrs. after an AMI, Which of the
following would most likely require discontinuing the infusion? - Answer: Change
in mental status
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller jacklinedaniel. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $15.19. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
