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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is teaching the client about risk factors for arterial disorders. Which modifiable risk factor should the nurse emphasize?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Smoking is a modifiable risk factor that significantly contributes to arterial disorders by causing vasoconstriction and endothelial damage.

Question 2 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.

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 client problem would be priority in a client diagnosed with arterial occlusive disease who is admitted to the hospital with a foot ulcer?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A foot ulcer in PAD indicates impaired skin integrity (
A), the priority due to infection risk. Activity intolerance (
B), health maintenance (
C), and neuropathy (
D) are secondary.

Question 5 of 5

Which response by the nurse about blood circulation is most appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: After vein stripping, other superficial and deep veins compensate for the removed veins, maintaining circulation.

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