NURS 401 Quiz 3 Questions and Correct
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A client is diagnosed with Moderate to severe arterial insufficiency
peripheral arterial disease. Review
of the client's chart shows an ankle-
brachial index (ABI) on the right of
0.45. This indicates that the right
foot has which of the following?
A client with venous insufficiency Elevate the legs periodically for at least 15 to 20
asks the nurse what they can do to minutes.
decrease their risk of complications.
What advice should the nurse
provide to clients with venous
insufficiency?
The nurse is caring for a client with Avoid situations that contribute to ischemic
Raynaud's disease. What are episodes
important instructions for a client
who is diagnosed with this disease
to prevent an attack?
,A nurse is instructing a client about forcing blood into the deep venous system.
using antiembolism stockings.
Antiembolism stockings help
prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
by:
The nurse is educating a client with -Avoid constricting garments
chronic venous insufficiency about -Elevate the legs above the heart frequently
the prevention of complications throughout the day
related to the disorder. What should -Sleep with the foot of the bed elevated.
the nurse include in the information
given to the client?
A nurse is providing education Stop smoking.
about the prevention of arterial
constriction to a client with
peripheral arterial disease. Which of
the following includes priority
information the nurse would give to
the client?
A nurse is assessing a client's right Numbness, cool skin temperature, and pallor
lower leg, which is wrapped with an
elastic bandage. Which signs and
symptoms suggest circulatory
impairment?
Heparin therapy is usually 1.5 to 2.5
considered therapeutic when the
activated partial thromboplastin
time (aPTT) is how many times
higher than a normal value?
, A client is diagnosed with deep vein Ineffective peripheral tissue perfusion related to
thrombosis (DVT). Which nursing venous congestion
diagnosis should receive highest
priority at this time?
The nurse instructs a client with "I will limit the amount of cigarettes I smoke.
Raynaud phenomenon on actions
to improve the symptoms. Which
client statement indicates the need
for additional instruction?
The nurse is caring for a patient In 3 to 5 days
who has started anticoagulant
therapy with warfarin (Coumadin).
When does the nurse understand
that therapeutic benefits will begin?
A postoperative client is receiving Protamine sulfate
heparin after developing
thrombophlebitis. The nurse
monitors the client carefully for
bleeding and other adverse effects
of heparin. If the client starts to
exhibit signs of excessive bleeding,
the nurse should expect to
administer an antidote that is
specific to heparin. Which agent fits
this description?
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Terms in this set (175)
A client is diagnosed with Moderate to severe arterial insufficiency
peripheral arterial disease. Review
of the client's chart shows an ankle-
brachial index (ABI) on the right of
0.45. This indicates that the right
foot has which of the following?
A client with venous insufficiency Elevate the legs periodically for at least 15 to 20
asks the nurse what they can do to minutes.
decrease their risk of complications.
What advice should the nurse
provide to clients with venous
insufficiency?
The nurse is caring for a client with Avoid situations that contribute to ischemic
Raynaud's disease. What are episodes
important instructions for a client
who is diagnosed with this disease
to prevent an attack?
,A nurse is instructing a client about forcing blood into the deep venous system.
using antiembolism stockings.
Antiembolism stockings help
prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
by:
The nurse is educating a client with -Avoid constricting garments
chronic venous insufficiency about -Elevate the legs above the heart frequently
the prevention of complications throughout the day
related to the disorder. What should -Sleep with the foot of the bed elevated.
the nurse include in the information
given to the client?
A nurse is providing education Stop smoking.
about the prevention of arterial
constriction to a client with
peripheral arterial disease. Which of
the following includes priority
information the nurse would give to
the client?
A nurse is assessing a client's right Numbness, cool skin temperature, and pallor
lower leg, which is wrapped with an
elastic bandage. Which signs and
symptoms suggest circulatory
impairment?
Heparin therapy is usually 1.5 to 2.5
considered therapeutic when the
activated partial thromboplastin
time (aPTT) is how many times
higher than a normal value?
, A client is diagnosed with deep vein Ineffective peripheral tissue perfusion related to
thrombosis (DVT). Which nursing venous congestion
diagnosis should receive highest
priority at this time?
The nurse instructs a client with "I will limit the amount of cigarettes I smoke.
Raynaud phenomenon on actions
to improve the symptoms. Which
client statement indicates the need
for additional instruction?
The nurse is caring for a patient In 3 to 5 days
who has started anticoagulant
therapy with warfarin (Coumadin).
When does the nurse understand
that therapeutic benefits will begin?
A postoperative client is receiving Protamine sulfate
heparin after developing
thrombophlebitis. The nurse
monitors the client carefully for
bleeding and other adverse effects
of heparin. If the client starts to
exhibit signs of excessive bleeding,
the nurse should expect to
administer an antidote that is
specific to heparin. Which agent fits
this description?
