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NUR 242 EXAM 2
Medical/Surgical Nursing Concepts Galen College of Nursing
Key Information of this Exam:
➢ The Exam Covers key concepts for Med-Surg Nursing:
➢ It Consist of 50 Questions and Answers with Explanation ➢ It has Multiple Choices Questions ➢ Passing Score Guaranteed
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- A client requests clarification on the differences between arteriosclerosis and
atherosclerosis. How should the nurse best explain it?
**Answer:** A. Arteriosclerosis results in structural changes in the arteries, while atherosclerosis is a specific variant of arteriosclerosis.
**Explanation:** This answer correctly distinguishes the broader condition
(arteriosclerosis) from the specific type (atherosclerosis) that involves plaque buildup.
- While taking a history from a client complaining of recent chest pain, which statement
is most indicative of angina pectoris?
- The pain lasted approximately 45 minutes.
- The pain subsided after I had a sandwich.
- The pain worsened upon taking a deep breath.
- The pain occurred while I was mowing the lawn.
**Answer:** D. The pain occurred while I was mowing the lawn.
**Explanation:** Angina pectoris typically occurs with physical exertion, suggesting that the pain is related to the heart's oxygen needs.
- What is the preferred pain relief medication for someone experiencing an acute
myocardial infarction (MI)?
- Morphine
- Aspirin
- Meperidine 2 / 3
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- Ibuprofen
**Answer:** A. Morphine
**Explanation:** Morphine is the recommended analgesic for managing severe pain
during an acute MI, as it alleviates pain and reduces anxiety.
- In managing coronary artery disease (CAD), what is the main goal of administering
beta-adrenergic blockers?
- To widen coronary arteries
- To reduce the heart's workload
- To lower homocysteine levels
- To inhibit angiotensin II formation
**Answer:** B. To reduce the heart's workload
**Explanation:** Beta-blockers primarily decrease heart rate and myocardial
contractility, resulting in reduced oxygen demand.
- As part of the health education for a patient with an abnormal lipid profile, which lipid
is noted to contribute to artery plaque formation?
- Triglycerides
- High-density lipoproteins (HDL)
- Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
- Total cholesterol
**Answer:** C. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
**Explanation:** High levels of LDL cholesterol are associated with plaque buildup in
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