Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

Which assessment finding indicates a worsening condition in a client with pericarditis?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Muffled heart sounds suggest pericardial effusion or cardiac tamponade, indicating worsening pericarditis.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client with endocarditis. Which finding is most concerning?

A. Fever of 102Â°F B. Mild fatigue C. Heart rate of 90 beats per minute D. Blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fever is a hallmark of endocarditis and may indicate ongoing infection, requiring prompt attention.

Question 3 of 5

When offered the pain medication, the client says to the nurse, 'If that's Motrin, I don't want it. It makes me sick to my stomach.' What is the most appropriate nursing action at this time?

A. Tell the client that the drug is ibuprofen. B. Explain that the prescribed medication must be taken. C. Advise the client to take the drug with plenty of water. D. Report the information to the charge nurse.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Reporting the client's adverse reaction to the charge nurse ensures proper communication and potential adjustment of the medication plan.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching a class on atherosclerosis. Which statement describes the scientific rationale as to why diabetes is a risk factor for developing atherosclerosis?

A. Glucose combines with carbon monoxide, instead of with oxygen, and this leads to oxygen deprivation of tissues. B. Diabetes stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, resulting in peripheral constriction that increases the development of atherosclerosis. C. Diabetes speeds the atherosclerotic process by thickening the basement membrane of both large and small vessels. D. The increased glucose combines with the hemoglobin, which causes deposits of plaque in the lining of the vessels.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Diabetes accelerates atherosclerosis by thickening vascular basement membranes (
C), promoting plaque. Carbon monoxide (
A), sympathetic stimulation (
B), and glucose-hemoglobin (
D) are incorrect mechanisms.

Question 5 of 5

The client with peripheral artery disease asks why they need to walk daily. What is the best response?

A. It strengthens your leg muscles. B. It promotes collateral circulation. C. It reduces swelling in your legs. D. It prevents venous ulcers.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Walking stimulates the development of collateral vessels, improving blood flow in peripheral artery disease.

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