Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Question 1 of 4

A student nurse understands there is a decrease in cardiac output during a PVC due to which of the following?

Increased filling time of ventricles

Increased filling time of atria

Decreased filling time of atria

Decreased filling time of ventricles

Question 2 of 4

The nurse is caring for an older adult client with decreased cardiac output related to new-onset atrial fibrillation. In planning care for this client, which of the following activities is appropriate? Select all that apply.

Institute frequent neuro checks

Place the client in high-Fowler’s position while in bed

Plan for frequent rest periods throughout the shift

Limit activities by bundling care

Encourage frequent ambulation

Question 3 of 4

A client with heart failure has an estimated cardiac output of 2.5 L/min. The nurse expects which of the following vital signs to be consistent with this?

Blood pressure 188/94

Respirations 12

Pulse 118

Oxygen 99%

Question 4 of 4

A client with chronic, uncontrolled atrial fibrillation is experiencing decreased cardiac output. The healthcare team is preparing to cardiovert the client. The nurse knows to watch for which of the following complications after cardioversion?

Second-degree burns at the electrode site

Symptoms of upper GI bleed

Signs of stroke

Esophageal varices

Score an 80% or better on these Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Decreased Cardiac Output questions to master this lesson.

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