33. The following picture shows an aneurysm (brain bleed). Looking at the picture and using your terminology, how would you describe the location of the aneurysm?

Drugs that Affect the Cardiovascular System A) Mention the considerations that must be taken when administering the different types of Nitroglycerin: a. sublingual b. disc (patches) transdermal c. intravenous

The following picture shows an aneurysm. Looking at the picure and using terminology, how would you describe the location of the aneurysm?

A patient with a history of myocardial infarction complains of chest pain radiating to the left arm. Which action should the nurse take first? a) Administer oxygen b) Obtain an ECG c) Administer aspirin d) Administer nitroglycerin.

78. A 47-year-old woman comes to the physician because of a 6-week history of severe low back pain. She recently moved heavy boxes in the attic. Neurologic examination shows no abnormalities. A spinal CT scan shows that the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc between L5 and S1 is herniated. Which of the following structures has most likely degenerated this patient? A) Anterior longitudinal ligament B) Anulus fibrosus C) Posterior longitudinal ligament D) Supraspinous ligament E) Zygapophyseal joint capsule

1. What is the most likely immediate effect of a stroke that caused a selective lesion of the nucleus of the solitary tract (NTS)?A)A reduction in blood pressure.B)Decreased midpoint of the arterial baroreflex.C)Increased neuronal activity in the caudal ventral lateral medulla (CVLM).D)Increased cardiac sympathetic nerve activity.

In case of a suspected stroke, which quick assessment tool is used? a) FAST b) STOP c) ALERT d) STROKE

Molly Carpenter, a 44-year-old female client,is admitted with an embolic stroke, and the cardiologist ordered a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE). The client refused to sign the informed written consent when the cardiologist presented it to the client. The client has a shaky voice, she complains of palpitations, and there is visible diaphoresis present on Molly’s forehead. Molly is pacing back and forth in the room and her eyes are dilated. The vital signs include T, 98°F; BP, 140/90 mmHg; HR, 110 beats/minute; RR, 28 breaths/minute. The cardiologist talked with the client, stating that the test needs to be done to clearly find out if there are any blood clots in the heart that could travel and cause a future stroke. The client recognizes the test is needed but stated she is freaked out by the thought of a tube being shoved down her throat. The LPN/LVN needs to provide nursing interventions to reduce Molly’s anxiety so she can learn more about the TEE and comfort measures that will…

Why is it so difficult to get to the heart during open heart surgery?

A patient with a history of coronary artery disease is prescribed nitroglycerin. The nurse understands that this medication is primarily aimed at: a) Lowering blood pressure b) Dilating coronary arteries and improving blood flow to the heart c) Reducing cholesterol levels d) Preventing blood clots