NCLEX-RN
Medical Surgical NCLEX RN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving Pentoxifylline (Trental) for intermittent claudication. The nurse should determine the effectiveness of the drug by asking the client:
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Rationale: Pentoxifylline improves blood flow by reducing blood viscosity and increasing erythrocyte flexibility, alleviating intermittent claudication. Asking about improved leg circulation (e.g., reduced pain or increased walking distance) assesses its effectiveness.
Toe movement, urination, and dizziness are unrelated to its therapeutic action.
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