NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor closely in a client with heart failure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: BNP indicates heart failure severity, potassium and sodium affect fluid balance and medication safety, and BUN reflects renal perfusion.
Question 2 of 5
Which finding in a client with cardiomyopathy indicates a need for immediate action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A new irregular heart rhythm may indicate a life-threatening arrhythmia, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 of 5
Which health-care provider’s order should the nurse question in a client diagnosed with an expanding abdominal aortic aneurysm who is scheduled for surgery in the morning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enemas (
B) risk increasing intra-abdominal pressure, dangerous in expanding AAA. Blood crossmatch (
A), bedrest (
C), and NPO (
D) are appropriate pre-surgery.