NCLEX-PN
Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult client who has peripheral vascular disease of the lower extremities was observed smoking in the waiting area. What is the most appropriate response for the nurse to make regarding the client's smoking?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking causes vasoconstriction, worsening blood flow in peripheral vascular disease, which directly impacts the condition. Other responses are less specific to the client’s diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding is the best indication that oxygen therapy is effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client's subjective improvement in symptoms indicates effective oxygen therapy.
Question 3 of 5
If the heart murmur is related to valve damage caused by a childhood infection, the nurse would expect the client to report having had which disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rheumatic fever is associated with valvular damage due to streptococcal infection.
Question 4 of 5
After the femoral artery has been cannulated and the client is returned to the room, what should the nurse plan to do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palpating distal pulses first ensures adequate circulation post-catheterization, detecting complications like arterial occlusion.
Question 5 of 5
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assisting the registered nurse (RN) in developing the nursing care plan for an older adult who has congestive heart failure. Which nursing diagnosis is most likely to be included?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Activity intolerance is common in congestive heart failure due to reduced cardiac output and fatigue. Fluid volume excess, not deficit, is typical, and communication or pain are less likely.