NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which client would be most at risk for developing varicose veins?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nurses (
A) stand for long periods, increasing varicose vein risk. Bus drivers (
B) sit, nulliparity (
C) is less risky, and diabetes (
D) is not a direct factor.
Question 2 of 5
Which dietary recommendation should the nurse provide to a client with coronary artery disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lean proteins and whole grains reduce cholesterol and improve heart health.
Question 3 of 5
Which teaching point should the nurse include for a client with endocarditis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Reporting symptoms, gentle oral hygiene, avoiding shared items, completing antibiotics, monitoring heart failure, and limiting activity prevent complications.
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 lifestyle modification should the nurse emphasize for a client newly diagnosed with hypertension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reducing alcohol consumption helps lower blood pressure, as excessive alcohol can elevate it.