NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client comes to the clinic complaining of muscle cramping and pain in both legs when walking for short periods of time. Which medical term would the nurse document in the client's record?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle cramping/pain with walking (
B) is intermittent claudication, a hallmark of arterial occlusive disease. PVD (
A) is broader, DVT (
C) causes swelling/pain at rest, and dependent rubor (
D) is a skin color change.
Question 2 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for a client with heart failure experiencing shortness of breath?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering oxygen improves oxygenation in clients with shortness of breath due to heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for a client with ventricular tachycardia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lidocaine is used to suppress ventricular tachycardia, a life-threatening arrhythmia.
Question 4 of 5
When offered the pain medication, the client says to the nurse, 'If that's Motrin, I don't want it. It makes me sick to my stomach.' What is the most appropriate nursing action at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting the client's adverse reaction to the charge nurse ensures proper communication and potential adjustment of the medication plan.
Question 5 of 5
Which instruction should the nurse provide to a client with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dehydration can exacerbate symptoms in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy by reducing preload.