NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client on the telemetry unit diagnosed with a thromboembolism is complaining of chest pain and anxiety. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chest pain/anxiety in thromboembolism suggests pulmonary embolism; calling RRT (
A) ensures rapid intervention. Vitals (
B), UAP (
C), and telemetry (
D) follow.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with endocarditis about preventing recurrence. Which statement is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prophylactic antibiotics before dental procedures prevent bacterial seeding of heart valves.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding in a client with cardiomyopathy indicates a need for immediate action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A new irregular heart rhythm may indicate a life-threatening arrhythmia, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
Which diagnostic test would the nurse expect to be ordered for a client suspected of having an arterial disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is a non-invasive test that compares blood pressure in the ankle and arm to diagnose peripheral artery disease.
Question 5 of 5
The wife of a client with arterial occlusive disease tells the nurse, 'My husband says he is having rest pain. What does that mean?' Which statement by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rest pain (
B) occurs in severe PAD due to inadequate oxygen supply at rest. Pain when stopping (
A) is claudication, concern (
C) avoids the question, and improvement (
D) is incorrect (rest pain indicates worsening).