Question 1

Which of the following best defines tissue perfusion in the human body?

Accepted Answer

The flow of blood through the body’s tissues and organs to deliver oxygen and nutrients and remove waste.

Question 2

A patient presents with pale, cool skin, delayed capillary refill, and weak peripheral pulses. These findings most likely indicate:

Accepted Answer

Impaired peripheral perfusion

Question 3

Which of the following equations correctly represents the relationship between blood pressure, cardiac output, and systemic vascular resistance?

Accepted Answer

$$BP = CO 	imes SVR$$

Question 4

A patient’s blood pressure is measured at 150/95 mm Hg. According to the American Heart Association guidelines, this blood pressure is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Stage 2 Hypertension

Question 5

Which of the following is a primary function of the coronary arteries?

Accepted Answer

Supplying the myocardium with oxygen and nutrients

Question 6

Which of the following best describes preload in cardiac physiology?

Accepted Answer

The volume of blood in the ventricles at the end of diastole

Question 7

A patient with chronic kidney disease develops hypertension. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Secondary hypertension

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a recommended lifestyle modification for reducing the risk of hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Increasing saturated fat intake

Question 9

A nurse is assessing a patient’s perfusion status. Which of the following findings would indicate adequate perfusion?

Accepted Answer

Warm, pink skin with strong peripheral pulses

Question 10

Which of the following drugs is classified as an antilipidemic and is commonly used to manage high cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Atorvastatin

Question 11

A patient is prescribed warfarin for anticoagulation. Which laboratory value should be closely monitored?

Accepted Answer

International Normalized Ratio (INR)

Question 12

Which of the following is a sign of impaired venous circulation due to incompetent venous valves?

Accepted Answer

Warm, edematous skin

Question 13

Which of the following best describes afterload?

Accepted Answer

The resistance the left ventricle must overcome to circulate blood

Question 14

A patient’s ECG shows abnormal electrical impulses not originating from the SA node. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Dysrhythmia

Question 15

Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?

Accepted Answer

$$MAP = Diastolic + \frac{1}{3}(Systolic - Diastolic)$$

Question 16

Which of the following is a common side effect of diuretic therapy such as furosemide?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia

Question 17

A patient with anemia is most likely to experience which of the following symptoms due to decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue and pallor

Question 18

Which of the following is a recommended nonpharmacologic strategy to prevent venous stasis in hospitalized patients?

Accepted Answer

Early ambulation and use of compression stockings

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the role of hemoglobin in blood?

Accepted Answer

It binds and transports oxygen to tissues.

Question 20

A patient is found to have a pulse pressure of 60 mm Hg with a blood pressure of 140/80 mm Hg. What is the clinical significance of this finding?

Accepted Answer

It may suggest increased risk for cardiovascular disease.

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