NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client with varicose veins asks why they need to wear compression stockings. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Compression stockings apply pressure to promote venous return, helping blood flow back to the heart.
Question 2 of 5
Which teaching point should the nurse include for a client with cardiomyopathy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E,F
Rationale: Monitoring heart failure signs, avoiding alcohol, adhering to medications, reporting weight gain, and limiting fluids prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is admitting a client diagnosed with a DVT. Which action by the client warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin E (
C) increases bleeding risk with DVT anticoagulation, requiring intervention. Stool softeners (
A), Medic Alert (
B), and leg elevation (
D) are appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
Which medication would the nurse expect to administer to a client with an arterial disorder to improve blood flow?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that reduces the risk of clot formation, improving blood flow in arterial disorders.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is unable to assess a pedal pulse in the client diagnosed with arterial occlusive disease. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absent pedal pulse in PAD requires Doppler use (
B) to confirm blood flow. Neurovascular assessment (
A) follows, dependent position (
C) worsens ischemia, and blankets (
D) are irrelevant.