NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is being admitted with Coumadin (warfarin, an anticoagulant) toxicity. Which laboratory data should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warfarin toxicity is monitored via INR (
C), which reflects bleeding risk. BUN (
A) assesses kidneys, bilirubin (
B) liver, and PTT (
D) is for heparin.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client with atrial fibrillation. Which finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dizziness and shortness of breath suggest hemodynamic instability, which is concerning in atrial fibrillation.
Question 3 of 5
Which complication of anticoagulant therapy should the nurse teach the client to report to the health-care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bleeding (
B) is a serious anticoagulant complication, requiring HCP notification. Gastric upset (
A) and constipation (
C) are minor, and MI (
D) is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
Which complication should the nurse monitor for in a client with pericarditis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiac tamponade is a serious complication of pericarditis, where fluid accumulation compresses the heart.
Question 5 of 5
Which interventions should the nurse discuss with the client diagnosed with atherosclerosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Including significant other (
A), stopping smoking (
B), and avoiding stress (
D) reduce atherosclerosis risk. Sedentary lifestyle (
C) worsens it, and isometric exercises (E) increase BP.