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cabate

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The nurse points out which of the following as modifiable risks for coronary artery disease (CAD)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Diabetes mellitus
  b. Heredity
  c. Smoking
  d. Hypertension
  e. Hyperlipidemia
  f.
  Age

Question 2

What is the transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) used for? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Detect thrombi before a cardioversion
  b. Check for cardiac arrhythmias
  c. Visualize vegetation on the heart valves
  d. Measure effectiveness of diuretic therapy
  e. Visualize abscesses on the heart valves


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
Modifiable risks for the development of CAD include smoking, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and stress.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, E
The TEE is used to check for thrombi before cardioversion, and to visualize vegetation and abscesses on the valves of the heart.


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