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This overview covers various cardiac catheterization procedures, including questions related to ACLS, PALS, BLS, contraindications, contrast media reactions, restenosis, ablation, cardiac index, heparin effects, TLD usage, BLS, lubricants, cardiac output, pulse oximetry, heart impulse origin, respiratory rate, angina types, arterial puncture, conscious sedation, oxygen demand, calcium channel blockers, FFR, catheter components, ventriculography, echocardiography, stroke volume, vessel spasm, balloon sizing, atherectomy care, stent characteristics, pacing complications, PCI sheath sizes, pacemaker troubleshooting, ECG interpretations, anticoagulation, tamponade, IVUS, Tetralogy of Fallot, atherosclerosis, sheath removal, and medication impacts.
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The antagonists for morphine, demerol, or fentanyl would be considered? correct answers naloxone (narcan) Which of the following descriptions would best describe cardiac catheterization? correct answers the insertion and passage of a small plastic cath into one of the arteries to the heart The CCL (cardiac catheterization laboratory) staff needs to be certified in which of the following? correct answers ACLS PALS BLS Of the following, which would be considered a relative contradiction for a patient to havea cardiac catheterization? correct answers renal failure pregnancy acute GI bleed anemia electrolyte imbalance uncooperative pt an uncontrolled condition such as high BP, arrhythmias, or CHF recent CVA of less than 1 month medication intoxication infection/fever anticoagulation In the cardiac catheterization suite, which of the following techniques would be used by the healthcare staff? correct answers aseptic
The actual first cardiac catheterization was performed in which of the following years and by whom? correct answers 1929 Dr Forssman (in germany using a urinary cath inserted into his arm) Moderate contrast medium reactions might be considered which of the following? correct answers heachache vomiting diffuse urticaria facial edema mild bronchospams palpitations abdominal cramps persistent vomiting Which of the following would be considered one of the three types of reactions from contrast media? correct answers 1. cardiac and major anaphylactoid responses
Of the following, which would be considered the pulse oximety reading range that would be considered mild hypoxia? correct answers 92% what is the O2 sat range for mild hypoxia correct answers 91-94% what is the normal O2 sat range correct answers 95-100% moderate hypoxia O2 sat range would be what correct answers 86-90% what O2 sat would show severe hypoxia correct answers 85% or less If a person's heart is functioning normally, which of the following would be considered correct for where the electrical impulse of the heart originates? correct answers SA node (sinoatrial node) this is composed of specialized tissues that are located in the high posterior RA wall that is close to the inflow track of the SVC correct answers SA node If the nurse is assessing an adult patient and finds their respirations are 10, which of the following would be considered correct? correct answers too slow what is the normal respiratory rate correct answers 12-20 breaths per min Which of the following is considered the type of angina that can be caused by a coronary artery spasm? correct answers prinzmetals angina The preferred technique for arterial puncture would be considered? correct answers single anterior arterial wall entry ______ would be best used to help prevent problems with the pts that have been treated with anticoagulants, thrombolytics, or anti platelet agents correct answers single anterior arterial wall entry The total volume setting for a typical power injection device used in the cardiac catheterization laboratory would be considered which of the following? correct answers 20-50 ml
Which of the pacemaker modes indicates the pacemaker works at a continuous set rate? correct answers fixed rate with a ____ the pacemaker paces when the heart drops below a level that the pacer is set at correct answers demand rate Secondary radiation could best be described as which of the following? correct answers the lower quality attenuated radiation which occurs when radiation interacts with an object The "Cardiac Angiography and Interventions" recommend which of the following treatments for hypotension and shock related to anaphylactic reactions? correct answers oximetry CVP/swan ganz O2 by mask/intubation large vol of 0.9% NS (3L/hr) epi IV diphenhydramine 50mg-100mg IV hydrocortisone 400mg IV ABGs If the ventricles start to quiver, it would be considered which of the following rhythms? correct answers Vfib Which of the following has the potential to influence contractility? correct answers cardiac ischemia preload metabolic abnormalities metabolic acidosis hypercapnia the sympathetic nervous system circulating catecholamines pharmacological agents the heart muscle MI
Which of the following would be considered the correct brand name for phenylalkylamine? correct answers verapamil what are the 3 types of calcium channel blockers correct answers benzothiazepine dihydroperidine phenylalkylamine what is the generic name for cardizem correct answers benzothiazepine what is the generic name for cardene correct answers dihydroperidine what is the generic name for verapamil correct answers phenylalkylamine During the FFR procedure, once the IC injection has been administered and the flush has beendone, which of the following steps would be done next? correct answers press the start mode or record key the diagnostic multi-packs typically include what correct answers guide wire pigtail JL sheath JR Which of the following catheters is typically used for a ventriculography and aortography? correct answers side hole pigtail catheter Which of the following might ICE (intracardiac echocardiography) be used for? correct answers 1. guiding radiofrequency
Postprocedural care of the atherectomy patient should include which of the following interventions? correct answers monitoring the pts vital signs assessing the pts pedal pulses checking the pts groin insertion site perform a 12 lead EKG check cardiac enzymes Of the following, which would be considered a characteristic of a "stent?" correct answers shortening conformability nesting biocompatibility deliverability flaring expansion ratio trackability scaffolding radiopacity radial strength flexibility metal surface area Temporary transvenous pacing is better tolerated than some of the other pacing methods, butis associated with a high rate of complications. Which of the following might be consideredone of these complications? correct answers local infections lead dislodgement Most percutaneous coronary interventions are performed using a ____ F guiding catheter? correct answers 6
All but which of the following would be checked if a patient on a temporary pacemaker shows on the cardiac monitor that there is a failure to pace due to output? correct answers 1. prepare for transcutaneous pacing
there are 4 defects of the heart and blood vessels with the tetrology of fallot. what are they? correct answers 1. pulm stenosis
ischemia air embolisms accidental electrical shock dissection/abrupt closure thrombus embolism contrast injection electrolyte imbalance irritation from devices in the LV/RV overdose/drug poisoning _______ would be a liquid thrombin which has the potential to seep into the vessel of the patient? correct answers duetts Which of the following medications have the potential to impact the risks for a cardiac catheterization? correct answers NSAIDs warfarin furosemide metformin ARBs insulin ACE inhibs sildenafil(viagra)/vardenafil/tadalafil (vasodilators)