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Question 1 of 5

The average heart beat of a transplanted heart is about how many beats/minute?

A. 50-60

B. 60-70

C. 70-80

D. 80-90

Correct Answer: 70-80

Question 2 of 5

Why must unstable angina be identified and rapidly treated?

A. The pain may be severe and disabling

B. ECG changes and dysrhythmias may occur during an attack

C. Atherosclerotic plaque deterioration may cause complete thrombus of the vessel lumen

D. Spasm of a major coronary artery may cause total occlusion of the vessel with progression to MI

Correct Answer: Atherosclerotic plaque deterioration may cause complete thrombus of the vessel lumen

Question 3 of 5

A major priority in caring for Mrs. Payer with an acute myocardial infarction (MI) is

A. serving a bland, soft diet

B. pain relief

C. administering IV fluids

D. administering mild sedation

Correct Answer: pain relief

Question 4 of 5

In discussing rehabilitation following aortic valve replacement, which response is most appropriate regarding sexual activity?

A. Normal sex is much too strenuous and must be omitted from your activities

B. Sexual activity is appropriate, but if you or your partner have concerns there are ways to reduce the stress

C. Go to a sex counselor who really knows about those things

D. Read this book from the American Heart Association

Correct Answer: Sexual activity is appropriate, but if you or your partner have concerns there are ways to reduce the stress

Question 5 of 5

A patient who underwent coronary artery bypass surgery demonstrates effective understanding of discharge teaching by:

A. asking whether smoking one cigarette per day is acceptable.

B. clarifying when cardiac rehabilitation will begin.

C. describing plans to relax in a hot tub during recovery.

D. planning to resume driving their spouse to work next week.

Correct Answer: clarifying when cardiac rehabilitation will begin.

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