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Cardiac Lecture
Block 2 Nursing students
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hallmark cues of Atrial fibrillation | irregular, no p wave |
| Low blood pressure with atrial fibrillation can occur due to | Loss of atrial kick |
| What is the possible consequence of atrial fibrillation? | Stroke (CVA) |
| Atrial flutter has what cues? | Sawtooth waves |
| What is the acronym for cardiac monitor lead placement sites | White over right smoke over fire and snow over grass, brown midsternal border on the right side |
| What is the definition of angina? | Chest pain with exertion, that is relieved with rest or nitrolylcerin |
| Name two side effects of Nitroglycerin (NTG) | low blood pressure, headache |
| How frequently can you take NTG | Every five minutes x 3 doses - then call 911 |