Nurses' Note – 0800 A 22-year-old woman presents to the outpatient clinic reporting palpitations, lightheadedness, and a racing heart that started abruptly 30 minutes ago. Vital signs: HR 188 bpm, BP 102/68 mmHg, RR 18, SpO₂ 98% on room air. The cardiac monitor shows a narrow-complex tachycardia with regular rhythm and no visible P waves. The client denies chest pain or shortness of breath and states this has happened twice before. The nurse recognizes this rhythm pattern as consistent with {{blank_1}}. The nurse's priority action at this time is to {{blank_2}}. If the rhythm does not convert, the nurse should anticipate the provider will order {{blank_3}}.

supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)

instruct the client to perform Valsalva maneuver

prepare for immediate defibrillation

administer aspirin 325 mg orally

place the client in Trendelenburg position

Home Visit Note – 1430 The home health nurse is visiting a 47-year-old man with a history of poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and hypertension who was discharged from the hospital two weeks ago following a left lower extremity wound infection. During assessment, the nurse observes that the client's left foot is cool to touch, pale at rest, and becomes dark red (rubor) when the leg is dependent. The client reports cramping pain in his left calf when walking that is relieved by rest. The nurse documents these findings as consistent with {{blank_1}}. The nurse explains to the client that the leg color change when dangling the foot is called {{blank_2}}. To reduce symptom progression, the nurse teaches the client to {{blank_3}}.

peripheral arterial disease (PAD)

walk daily within pain tolerance and avoid crossing legs

elevate the affected leg above heart level when resting

apply a heating pad to the foot for pain relief

wear compression stockings on the affected extremity

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Nurses' Note – Emergency Department A 28-year-old woman presents to the ED reporting sudden onset sharp chest pain that worsens with deep breathing and is relieved when she leans forward. Vital signs: BP 118/76 mmHg, HR 108 bpm, RR 20 breaths/min, Temp 38.2°C, SpO₂ 96% on room air. She reports a recent upper respiratory infection one week ago. On auscultation, the nurse notes a high-pitched scratching sound over the left sternal border. The nurse recognizes that the client's presentation is most consistent with {{blank_1}}. The nurse's priority action is to {{blank_2}}. If the client's condition deteriorates and fluid accumulates around the heart, the nurse should monitor for {{blank_3}}.

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Cardiovascular questions span 11 subtopics aligned to the 2026 NCSBN test plan.

Heart Failure & Cardiac Output

Coronary Artery Disease & Angina

Dysrhythmias & ECG Interpretation

Hypertension & Vascular Disorders

Peripheral Vascular Disease & Venous Thromboembolism

Shock & Hemodynamic Monitoring

Valvular Disorders & Cardiac Surgery

Cardiac Catheterization & Pacing Devices

Infective Endocarditis & Cardiac Inflammatory Disorders

Aortic Aneurysm & Aortic Dissection

Cardiac Tamponade & Pericarditis

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Vol. 03 · Questions

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How many cardiovascular NCLEX® questions does StudyWithLily have?

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