NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which instruction should the nurse provide to a client with a new implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strong magnetic fields can interfere with ICD function, so clients should avoid them.
Question 2 of 5
Which should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client diagnosed with venous stasis ulcers? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Leg elevation (
A), compression stockings (
B), injury avoidance (
C), and straight toenail trimming (
D) manage venous ulcers. Moisturizer (E) is beneficial, and dependent position (F) worsens edema.
Question 3 of 5
The client comes to the clinic complaining of muscle cramping and pain in both legs when walking for short periods of time. Which medical term would the nurse document in the client's record?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle cramping/pain with walking (
B) is intermittent claudication, a hallmark of arterial occlusive disease. PVD (
A) is broader, DVT (
C) causes swelling/pain at rest, and dependent rubor (
D) is a skin color change.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for a client with ventricular tachycardia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lidocaine is used to suppress ventricular tachycardia, a life-threatening arrhythmia.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with a DVT is on a heparin drip at 1,400 units per hour, and Coumadin (warfarin sodium, also an anticoagulant) 5 mg daily. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Check PTT (heparin) and PT/INR (warfarin) (
A) to assess therapeutic levels before action. HCP check (
B), administering (
C), or discontinuing (
D) depend on lab results (heparin often continues briefly with warfarin).