NRNP 6531 FINAL EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS UPDATED 2022/2023

In the assessment for peripheral vascular disorders, the clinician should begin with which of the following after the general history and physical examination? 1. Auscultation of the carotid arteries bilaterally. 2. Palpation of the carotid arteries bilaterally. 3. Inspection of the carotid arteries bilaterally. 4. Order diagnostic testing. ---CORRECT ANSWER--- 1 First you should auscultate carotids then palpate then inspect fingers/nail beds 2. In the initial screening for a diagnosis of AAA, which of the following is the best screening test? 1. CT scan 2. Complete blood count (CBC) 3. Ultrasound in the abdominal area 4. Angiograph ---CORRECT ANSWER--- 3 CT and angiography are for when surgical intervention is necessary US is best initial screening 3. Patient education is very important for individuals who have AAA. The patient and their family should be taught the importance of follow-up and the management of which of the following? Select all that apply. 1. Hypertension 2. Hypercholesterolemia 3. Smoking 4. Chondromalacia 5. Pain – -CORRECT ANSWER--- 1, 2, 3, 5