Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions

Extract:

Question 1 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 2 of 5

The client is diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Which statement would the nurse expect the client to make during the admission assessment?

A. I have stomach pain every time I eat a big, heavy meal.' B. I don’t have any abdominal pain or any type of problems.' C. I have periodic episodes of constipation and then diarrhea.' D. I belch a lot, especially when I lie down after eating.'

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Small AAAs are often asymptomatic (
B). Postprandial pain (
A), bowel changes (
C), and belching (
D) suggest GI issues, not AAA.

Question 3 of 5

The home health nurse is admitting a client diagnosed with a DVT. Which action by the client warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?

A. The client takes a stool softener every day at dinnertime. B. The client is wearing a Medic Alert bracelet. C. The client takes vitamin E over-the-counter medication. D. The client has purchased a new recliner that will elevate the legs.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Vitamin E (
C) increases bleeding risk with DVT anticoagulation, requiring intervention. Stool softeners (
A), Medic Alert (
B), and leg elevation (
D) are appropriate.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse has just received the a.m. shift report. Which client would the nurse assess first?

A. The client with a venous stasis ulcer who is complaining of pain. B. The client with varicose veins who has dull, aching muscle cramps. C. The client with arterial occlusive disease who cannot move the foot. D. The client with deep vein thrombosis who has a positive Homans’ sign.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Inability to move the foot in arterial disease (
C) suggests acute ischemia, a priority. Ulcer pain (
A), cramps (
B), and Homans’ sign (
D) are less urgent.

Question 5 of 5

The client with coronary artery disease asks why they need a stress test. What is the best response?

A. It checks for blood clots in your heart. B. It evaluates how your heart works under stress. C. It measures your cholesterol levels. D. It monitors your blood pressure.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A stress test assesses heart function during physical stress to detect ischemia or blockages.

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