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What is the significance of a Holter monitor in cardiac assessment? • A. It allows for the continuous monitoring of heart rhythm over extended periods. • B. It provides a 3D image of the heart. • C. It measures blood pressure concurrently with heart rhythms. • D. It records only when the patient experiences symptoms

52. Which healthcare professional is typically responsible for interpreting an ECG? • A. Cardiologist or other medical specialists. • B. General practitioner only. • C. Nurse practitioner alone. • D. Physical therapist.

53. On an ECG, what does the T wave represent? • A. Depolarization of the atria. • B. Depolarization of the ventricles. • C. Repolarization of the ventricles. • D. Repolarization of the atria

54. What is the patient typically instructed to do during a standard ECG recording? • A. Perform light exercises. • B. Remain in a supine position. • C. Hold their breath intermittently. • D. Drink a liter of water

55. What is the primary purpose of cardiac monitors in a healthcare setting? • A. To monitor blood pressure continuously. • B. To assess continuous cardiac electrical activity and monitor specific patient groups. • C. To record brain activity. • D. To monitor respiratory rates.

56. What function do the preset alarms on a cardiac monitor serve? • A. They notify when medication needs to be administered. • B. They warn of abnormal heart rates and dysrhythmias. • C. They indicate when a patient is sleeping. • D. They sound when a patient calls for assistance.

57. What is telemetry monitoring primarily used for in a healthcare setting? • A. To monitor patients with mobility issues. • B. To provide continuous heart monitoring using a wireless transmitter, especially for ambulatory patients. • C. To measure temperature fluctuations over time. • D. To check the effectiveness of administered medications.

58. Which patients are typically selected for telemetry monitoring? • A. Patients with a history of respiratory issues. • B. Patients needing hourly medication. • C. Patients with a history of cardiac disease, suspected dysrhythmias, or significant medication changes. • D. Patients who require surgery.

59. What nursing intervention is essential when managing a patient with telemetry monitoring? • A. Regularly changing the electrodes and paying attention to the electrode site. • B. Increasing fluid intake to enhance conductivity. • C. Keeping the patient immobile. • D. Administering anti-arrhythmic medications as a preventive measure.

60. What should a nurse do when transporting a patient with telemetry monitoring off the unit for a diagnostic test? • A. Remove the monitoring device to prevent damage. • B. Inform the monitoring area about the patient’s movement. • C. Switch off the device to save battery. • D. Cover the device with a waterproof material.

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