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RCIS CCI Exam Review Questions and Answers (2024/2025), Exams of Nursing

Saint Joseph's University (SJU)Nursing

A comprehensive set of review questions and answers for the rcis cci exam, covering a wide range of topics related to cardiac catheterization procedures. The questions are designed to test knowledge of various aspects of the field, including interventional techniques, hemodynamics, equipment, and patient management. A valuable resource for individuals preparing for the rcis cci exam, offering a structured approach to review and reinforce key concepts.

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RCIS CCI Exam Review Questions and Correct Answers
(2024 / 2025) (Verified Answers)
1. 1. When intervening in the mid/distal right leg from a radial approach,
which is the best wire choice?: .035 x 260
2. 2. Which of the following BEST describes a balloon's ability to yield
to changes in pressure?: Compliance
3. 3. What is the PRIMARY therapeutic reason for using rotational
atherectomy as an adjunctive therapy for PCI?: To remove calcific
atherosclerotic plaque
4. 4. A Forgarty balloon is commonly used : for removing clot
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    1. When intervening in the mid/distal right leg from a radial approach, which is the best wire choice?: .035 x 260
    1. Which of the following BEST describes a balloon's ability to yield to changes in pressure?: Compliance
    1. What is the PRIMARY therapeutic reason for using rotational atherectomy as an adjunctive therapy for PCI?: To remove calcific atherosclerotic plaque
    1. A Forgarty balloon is commonly used : for removing clot

from vein/artery

    1. Select the methods used to treat flow limiting dissections: stent, covered stent, angioplasty
    1. When using a rotational atherectomy device in the RCA, what else should you consider using?: Temporary pacing, catheter with side holes, (larger bur or vasodilators)
    1. What information is required prior to prepping the patient for the proce- dure?: patient identifiers, allergies, NPO status, advanced directives
    1. Which of the following inotropic agents predominately stimulates beta 1 receptors?: Dopamine
    1. What is the desired hemodynamic effect of an intra-aortic balloon

valvuloplasty procedure?: To slow how much blood is going through aorta

    1. Immediate ED general treatment should include: MONA
    1. The term "standard precautions" refers to: use of PPE and hand hygiene
    1. Which atherectomy catheters shave and sand away plaque?: orbital, directional
    1. What type of catheter is used for a thrombectomy?: Extraction
    1. One advantage of using a percutaneous left ventricular assist device is that they: provide perfusion regardless of patient's intrinsic rate
    1. Given the following hemodynamic data for a patient at rest, what is the mean arterial pressure? Systolic pressure 140mmhg, Diastolic pressure 80mmhg: (80 x 2) + (140 x 1) / 3 = 100mmHg
    1. A "Waterhammer Pulse" is caused what valvular disease?: Aortic Re- gurgitation
    1. When transferring a patient to the recovery area or back to their room, what should be the action for the person who achieved hemostasis of the procedure site?: To ensure hemostasis has been maintained after transfer
    1. In a standard 12 lead ECG, the anterior wall is represented in leads: V3 and V
    1. What is an absolute contraindication for the use of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation?: Dissection/Aneurysm of Aorta, moderate/severe AI, previous AO stenting
    1. Which medications are used to pre-treat a patient with a history of contrast allergies?: Diphenhydramine, Famotidine, solumedrol 32. 33. What is a complication associated with mechanical cardiac valves?: - Thrombus formation
    1. Which of the listed signs and symptoms may indicate a vasovagal response?: Slowed heart rate, lower blood pressure, nausea
    1. Which of the following can be used to assure good stent apposition during PCI?: IVUS
    1. What is the TIMI grade of a vessel that has complete perfusion?: 3
    1. What are the possible vascular access sites for a left femoral artery intervention?: LT/RT Radial, RT Femoral, LT/RT Popliteal
    1. Which of the following pacing methods requires the use of external pacing pads?: Transcutaneous pacing 38. 39. Which of the following is associated with elevated pulse pressure?: - Regurgitation
    1. What is advantage to using a filter versus a balloon occlusion distal protection device?: Allows continued flow whereas balloon occlusion does not
    1. A 1.66 mm diameter sheath is equivalent to what French size?: 5Fr
    1. Equalization of aortic and arterial pressures is associated with which procedural device?: CFR
    1. Which of the following should be considered for radial artery spasm during sheath removal?: Nitroglycerin 200mcg IA with analgesic meds
    1. Which of the following conditions would invalidate FICK cardiac output results?: ASD
    1. The cephalic vein is located?: AC portion outside arm
    1. Which of the following are Typical findings in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?: Decreased LV compliance, Normal systolic function 51. 52. Prior to deploying a vascular closer device in the femoral artery, which angiographic view should be used to visualize the femoral artery bifurcation?- : Anterior/Posterior 52. 53. What type of imaging is MOST COMMONLY used during PFO closures?- : ICE
    1. Which of the following temporary pacemaker adjustments would
    1. Which of the following vessel diameters would have the highest restenosis rate? 3.5, 4.5, 2.5: 2.
    1. is used to reduce the cavitation effect and expanding gas bubbles inside the artery during laser atherectomy procedures.: SALINE
    1. Which of the following types of devices are used to macerate/break- down a blood clot?: ANGIOJET, THROMBOLITIC INFUSION
    1. Which of the following is a PRIMARY indication for the administration of sodium bicarbonate?: METABOLIC ACIDOSIS
    1. The electrical current that determines the number of protons generated by an x-ray tube is called the: KILOVOLTS
    1. Which of the following catheters is PRIMARY used for right heart procedures?: BURMIN
    1. What does contraindication for the use of rotational atherectomy included?: ANGIOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE OF THROMBUS, EXISTING DISSEC- TION, SAPHENOUS VEIN GRAFT
    1. In peripheral interventions, which equipment is used to steer across a lesion?: Guidewire, microcatheter, torque device, rotational atherectomy
    1. Which of the following is associated with in-stent restenosis?: POOR STENT APPOSITION
    1. What procedural setups should be considered when preparing a patient for a pacemaker/ICD implant?: 02 MASK ON PT AT 10L/MIN,

degree angle.: 30-

    1. Which of the following is a GP IIb/IIIa inhibitor?: ABCIXIMAB
    1. What vascular approach should be used to perform a Transseptal left heart catheterization?: RIGHT FEMORAL VEIN
    1. In the AP projection, which of the following structures is the MOST posterior?: LEFT ATRIUM
    1. What complications are MOST FEQUENTLY associated with vascular closure device?: INFECTION, THROMBOSIS, ACUTE HEMMORHAGE
    1. Which of the following medications inhibits sodium reabsorption caus- ing an increase in urine output?: LASIX
    1. The subclavian vein is continuation of the vein.: BRACHIO- CEPHALIC 79. 80. What catheter could be used as an alternative for LIMA angiography?- : JR
    1. Which of the following hemodynamic abnormalities would be observed with mitral stenosis?: LARGE A WAVE IN LEFT ATRIUM
    1. What type of balloon catheter should be used to treat fibrotic

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87. 88. Excimer lasers are PRIMARILY used to treat which type of lesions?: - HEAVILY CALCIFIED, SAPHENOUS VEIN GRAFTS, CTO'S 88. 89. What French size is equal to a 1.5mm rotational atherectomy burr?: 4.5 89. 90. ???:

    1. Which of the following is the MOST COMMONLY used drug for sedation during a cardiac catherterization? Morphine, Flexoril, or Midazolam?: MIDA- ZOLAM
    1. Which of the following segments of the ventricle would MOST LIKELY be affected by a significant stenosis of the right coronary artery?:

INFERIOR LV WALL

    1. Door to balloon time for STEMI' s should occur within min- utes.: 90 MINUTES
    1. What type of valvuloplasty requires Transseptal puncture?: MITRAL