Video Library
Blood and Cardiovascular Disorders > Medical Surgical
Exam Review
Aneurysm and peripheral vascular disorder
Experience unlimited access to all questions, exams, video tutorials and study guides. Subscribe now to access all questions.
Total Questions : 34
Showing 34 questions, Sign in for moreQuestion 1:
A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected aneurysm. Which of the following assessments should the nurse prioritize to monitor for potential rupture?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 2:
A client diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) complains of intermittent claudication. What intervention should the nurse recommend to manage this condition?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 3:
A nurse is educating a client with a thoracic aortic aneurysm about measures to prevent its progression. Which lifestyle modification should the nurse emphasize?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 4:
A nurse is caring for a client post-abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. What is the priority nursing action to detect potential complications?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 5:
A nurse is providing education about risk factors for aneurysms. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 6:
A client is at risk for peripheral vascular disorders. Which of the following should the client be encouraged to modify to reduce their risk?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 7:
A nurse is assessing a client for potential aneurysm risk factors. Which of the following findings should the nurse consider as a genetic risk factor?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 8:
A client is admitted with suspected peripheral artery disease (PAD). Which of the following risk factors should the nurse assess during the admission process?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 9:
A nurse is conducting a health promotion seminar on aneurysm prevention. Which of the following lifestyle modifications should the nurse recommend to the attendees?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 10:
A nurse is assessing a client suspected of having an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Which of the following physical assessment findings should the nurse prioritize?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 11:
A client is undergoing a diagnostic test for peripheral vascular disease (PVD). Which of the following tests is most commonly used to assess blood flow in the lower extremities?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 12:
A nurse is preparing a client for a cerebral angiography. What important information should the nurse provide to the client?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 13:
A client is scheduled for a venous Doppler ultrasound. What information should the nurse provide to the client about the procedure?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 14:
A client is undergoing a peripheral arteriography. Which of the following assessments is a priority for the nurse after the procedure?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 15:
A client with a history of peripheral artery disease (PAD) reports sudden severe pain, numbness, and coolness in their right leg. What is the most appropriate action for the client to take?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 16:
A nurse is caring for a client who underwent an endovascular repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AA
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 17:
A client with a known thoracic aortic aneurysm (TA
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 18:
A nurse is caring for a client post-femoral artery catheterization. What complication should the nurse closely monitor in the client?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 19:
A client with a popliteal artery aneurysm is concerned about the potential complications. What complication is unique to popliteal artery aneurysms compared to other peripheral vascular aneurysms?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 20:
A client has been diagnosed with a small asymptomatic abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). The client asks the nurse about treatment options. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 21:
A nurse is caring for a client post-endarterectomy for carotid artery stenosis. What is the priority nursing intervention during the immediate postoperative period?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 22:
A client diagnosed with peripheral artery disease (PAD) asks the nurse about effective treatment options. What should the nurse include in the response?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 23:
A nurse is providing discharge education to a client who underwent an endovascular stent graft placement for an AAA. What important information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 24:
A client is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and is prescribed anticoagulant therapy. What should the client be instructed to report to the healthcare provider?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 25:
A nurse is caring for a client after peripheral artery bypass surgery. What should the nurse assess in the client to monitor the success of the procedure?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 26:
A client with a diagnosed popliteal artery aneurysm asks the nurse about treatment options. Whattreatment is considered the definitive therapy for popliteal artery aneurysms?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 27:
A nurse is caring for a client with Raynaud's disease. What intervention should the nurse recommend to help manage the client's symptoms during cold weather?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 28:
A client underwent open surgical repair for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). What should the client be instructed to report to the healthcare provider during the postoperative period?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 29:
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who had peripheral artery bypass surgery. What should the nurse include in the teaching?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 30:
A client who underwent a peripheral angioplasty asks the nurse about wound care for the insertion site. What should the nurse instruct the client to do?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 31:
A nurse is caring for a client who had a femoral artery cannulation for an invasive procedure. What is the priority nursing assessment?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 32:
A client is recovering from peripheral artery bypass surgery and asks the nurse about resuming physical activity. What should the nurse advise the client?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 33:
A nurse is caring for a client after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). What is the priority nursing intervention in the immediate postoperative period?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Question 34:
A client with peripheral artery disease (PAD) is scheduled for an angioplasty. What information should the nurse provide to the client about the procedure?
Answer and Explanation
A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments
Sign Up or Login to view all the 34 Questions on this Exam
Join over 100,000+ nursing students using Naxlex’s science-backend flashcards, practice tests and expert solutions to improve their grades and reach their goals.
Sign Up Now
