NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client had an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair two (2) days ago. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing bowel sounds (
A) is first to detect ileus, common post-AAA repair. Antibiotics (
B), splinting (
C), and ambulation (
D) follow based on assessment.
Question 2 of 5
The client with restrictive cardiomyopathy asks why they feel short of breath. What is the best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restrictive cardiomyopathy impairs ventricular filling, reducing cardiac output and causing shortness of breath.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with endocarditis. Which finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fever is a hallmark of endocarditis and may indicate ongoing infection, requiring prompt attention.
Question 4 of 5
The client asks the nurse why arterial ulcers are so painful. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Arterial ulcers are painful due to tissue ischemia from inadequate oxygen delivery, which stimulates pain receptors.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has just received the a.m. shift report. Which client would the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to move the foot in arterial disease (
C) suggests acute ischemia, a priority. Ulcer pain (
A), cramps (
B), and Homans’ sign (
D) are less urgent.