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Cardio and Hematology2 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the priority action when a client reports chest pain and shortness of breath?✔✔ Administer oxygen and assess vital signs while preparing for further cardiac evaluation.
Why should a nurse check hemoglobin and hematocrit before surgery?✔✔ Low levels could indicate anemia, increasing the risk of poor oxygenation during surgery.
What condition might cause a bounding pulse and flushed skin in a client with a high fever?✔✔ Increased cardiac output due to hypermetabolism and vasodilation.
What is a critical sign of internal bleeding in a postoperative cardiac client?✔✔ Rapid heart rate with low blood pressure and cool, clammy skin.
Why should a client with atrial fibrillation be placed on anticoagulant therapy?✔✔ To prevent the formation of blood clots that can lead to stroke.
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What lab test is used to monitor the effectiveness of warfarin therapy?✔✔ International Normalized Ratio (INR).
What immediate action is needed if a client receiving a blood transfusion develops fever and chills?✔✔ Stop the transfusion and notify the provider immediately.
Why is heparin given to a client with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?✔✔ Heparin prevents further clot formation and allows the body to break down the existing clot.
Why is it important to assess for bruising in a client taking antiplatelet medications?✔✔ It may be a sign of increased bleeding risk due to inhibited clot formation.
What is a common complication of anemia that affects the cardiovascular system?✔✔ Tachycardia as the body compensates for reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.
Why might a client with leukemia have an increased risk of infection?✔✔ Leukemia affects white blood cell function, reducing immune defense.
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