NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is discussing discharge teaching with the client who is three (3) days postoperative abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Which discharge instructions should the nurse include when teaching the client?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Notifying HCP of redness (
A) and limiting lifting to <20 lbs (
B) prevent infection and graft stress. Unrelieved pain (
C) requires evaluation, and daily BMs (
D) are not critical.
Question 2 of 5
The client with an arterial disorder reports cold feet. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking pedal pulses assesses arterial perfusion, which is critical in determining the cause of cold feet in arterial disorders.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The client with heart failure reports fatigue. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue in heart failure may indicate hypoxemia, so assessing oxygen saturation is the priority.
Question 5 of 5
The client with a prosthetic valve asks why they need antibiotics before dental procedures. What is the best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibiotics prevent bacterial endocarditis by reducing the risk of valve infection during dental procedures.