NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
Which interventions should the nurse discuss with the client diagnosed with atherosclerosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Including significant other (
A), stopping smoking (
B), and avoiding stress (
D) reduce atherosclerosis risk. Sedentary lifestyle (
C) worsens it, and isometric exercises (E) increase BP.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding indicates a worsening condition in a client with valvular heart disease? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Shortness of breath, weight gain, fatigue, and crackles indicate worsening heart failure due to valvular dysfunction.
Question 4 of 5
The client with a left-sided mastectomy is diagnosed with elephantiasis of the left arm. Which signs/symptoms should the nurse expect to assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elephantiasis causes chronic lymphedema, leading to arm edema from axilla to fingertips (
A). Pain/redness (
B) suggests infection, tented turgor (
C) is dehydration, and nipple changes (
D) are breast cancer signs.
Question 5 of 5
Which activity should the nurse advise a client with a new pacemaker to avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting for 6 weeks prevents dislodgement of pacemaker leads.