A client with chest pain, temp 101.5°F, blood pressure 125/85 mm Hg, new regurgitant murmur, and an echocardiogram showing valve perforation has developed which condition.  

A client diagnosed with hypertension is scheduled for testing related to the diagnosis. The client states, “I don’t know why I need to have kidney tests.” Which teaching is correct?

A client is experiencing chest pain. On examination, a scratchy sound is heard through the stethoscope. Which intervention is correct?

Which statement is correct about central venous pressure?

Which statement is true about the effects of glucose on the arteries?

Four clients have heart disease.  One of the clients has been diagnosed with decreased calcium availability. Which client is administered a drug to increase calcium availability?   Client 1 Client 2 Client 3 Client 4 Drugs Dobutamine Digoxin Milrinone Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors

Which information about the risk factors for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) is correct? 

Which pathological condition has the following manifestations: left ventricular impulse seen through the chest wall, a diastolic thrill palpated along the left sternal border, and a systolic thrill palpable in the jugular notch?

How does the provider distinguish a grade 5 heart murmur from a grade 6 heart murmur?

Which combination of medications treat Takayasu’s arteritis?