NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis is prescribed heparin via continuous infusion. The client's laboratory data are: PT 12.2 aPTT 48 Control 1.4 Control 32 INR 1 Based on the laboratory results, which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: aPTT 48 (therapeutic 1.5–2× control 32 = 48–64) is within range; continue heparin as ordered (
D). Subcutaneous (
A) is inappropriate, vitamin K (
B) reverses heparin, and diet (
C) is for warfarin.
Question 3 of 5
Which risk factor for coronary artery disease should the nurse address first in a client who smokes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking cessation is a priority, as it directly reduces endothelial damage and improves oxygen delivery.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
Which complication should the nurse monitor for in a client with cardiomyopathy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiomyopathy impairs heart function, increasing the risk of heart failure.