Cardiovascular Pharmacology NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question
The nurse assesses a client three hours following cardiac surgery. Assessment findings were a blood pressure of 88/52 mm Hg, jugular venous distention, and muffled heart sounds. The nurse anticipates that this client will need an immediate
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: These findings suggest cardiac tamponade, requiring pericardiocentesis to remove fluid compressing the heart.