What is the definition of oncotic pressure?

In the gold standards for coronary care, which is the most sensitive method to evaluate an intracardiac lesion?

A client has myalgia, fever, an S3 gallop rhythm, and diagnosis of myocarditis.  What is the best indication for administering angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

A client presents with chest pain. The pain has not reduced after administering three nitroglycerine tablets within 10 minutes. Which diagnostic test confirms the client has developed a myocardial infarction (MI)?

A client presents with dyspnea, excessive diaphoresis,  pallor, and electrocardiogram shows an irregular rhythm. Which additional finding indicates the client has developed a myocardial infarction?

Which intervention is appropriate for a client with infective endocarditis?

Which statement about cardiac output is correct?  

Which statement about cardiovascular disease and the dietary sources of cholesterol and the effects on the body is INCORRECT. 

An older adult client presents with swollen ankles and fingers, low-level activity causes dyspnea, fatigue and heart palpitations, and diagnosed with heart failure. Which symptom indicates the client’s condition is considered to be a Class III, moderate heart failure?

Which type of heart murmur is auscultated using the bell of a stethoscope?