NCLEX-PN
Peripheral Vascular Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which signs/symptoms would the nurse expect to find when assessing a client diagnosed with subclavian steal syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Subclavian steal syndrome causes arm ischemia due to subclavian artery occlusion, leading to arm tiredness with exertion (
A). Shortness of breath (
B), JVD (
C), and dilated vessels (
D) are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
The client with varicose veins asks why they need to wear compression stockings. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Compression stockings apply pressure to promote venous return, helping blood flow back to the heart.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse identifies the concept of clotting for a client diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis. Which clinical manifestations support the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swelling, warmth, and tenderness (
C) are classic DVT signs. Brown-purple (
A) is venous insufficiency, red skin (
B) is nonspecific, and pain with walking (
D) is arterial.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
Which assessment data would support that the client has a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers are superficial, pink, and medial (
A) due to venous pooling. Deep/pale (
B) or necrotic (
D) ulcers suggest arterial insufficiency, and blisters (
C) are unrelated.