NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about home blood pressure monitoring. Which instruction is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Consistency in timing ensures accurate trending of blood pressure readings.
Question 2 of 5
Which complication of uncontrolled hypertension should the nurse include in client teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Uncontrolled hypertension can damage blood vessels, leading to stroke, kidney failure, heart attack, and vision loss.
Question 3 of 5
The client with heart failure is prescribed digoxin. Which finding should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia (low potassium) increases the risk of digoxin toxicity, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
Which assessment finding in a client with heart failure indicates pulmonary edema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crackles in the lung bases indicate fluid in the alveoli, a hallmark of pulmonary edema.
Question 5 of 5
Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor closely in a client with heart failure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: BNP indicates heart failure severity, potassium and sodium affect fluid balance and medication safety, and BUN reflects renal perfusion.