Question

An adult patient newly diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome asks the nurse to explain the condition. Which of the following statements by the nurse is *most* appropriate?

Accepted Answer

“Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome is an abnormal heart rate condition that you are born with.”

Answer

“Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome develops over time in patients with prolonged high blood pressure.”

Answer

“Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome can cause you to have a slow heart rate.”

Answer

“Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome only occurs in adulthood and is triggered by cardiovascular disease.”

Question 27 - Cardiovascular Practice Test for the CCRN