Table 1.

Examples of an HF Clinical Knowledge Question on Parallel Tests

Knowledge pretest	Knowledge Posttest 1	Knowledge Posttest 2
The reason Harold has crackles in his lungs is: Fluid volume overload Increased pressure in the pulmonary vasculature An upper respiratory infection Preexisting pulmonary edema	Harold’s chest X-ray reveals pneumonia. How can the nurse determine the cause of his crackles in the lungs? Use percussion to assess the lungs Check for jugular venous distension Base assessment on his history of HF Check for weight gain	The reason Harold has crackles in his lungs is: Fluid volume overload Drinking too much An upper respiratory infection Preexisting pulmonary edema