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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who is being evaluated for arteriosclerosis obliterans. Which complaint is the client most likely to have?

A. Burning pain in the legs that wakens him or her at night

B. Numbness of the feet and ankles with exercise

C. Leg pain while walking that becomes severe enough to force him or her to stop

D. Increasing warmth and redness of the legs when they are elevated

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Leg pain while walking that becomes severe enough to force him or her to stop

Question 2 of 5

What is the best explanation for the drug therapy in this situation?

A. Aspirin tends to relieve chest pain.

B. Aspirin tends to prevent blood clots.

C. Aspirin tends to lower the blood pressure.

D. Aspirin tendsmedi tends to dilate the coronary arteries.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Aspirin tends to prevent blood clots.

Question 3 of 5

An adult client is admitted to the hospital with peripheral vascular disease of the lower extremities. He has several ischemic ulcers on each ankle and lower leg area. Other parts of his skin are shiny and taut with loss of hair. A primary nursing goal for this client should be to do which of the following?

A. Increase activity tolerance

B. Relieve anxiety

C. Protect from injury

D. Help build a positive body image

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Protect from injury

Question 4 of 5

Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of what will happen during the testing procedure?

A. I will be able to hear my heart beating in my chest.

B. I will feel a heavy sensation all over my body.

C. I will be anesthetized and will not feel any discomfort.

D. I will feel a warm sensation as the dye is instilled.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I will feel a warm sensation as the dye is instilled.

Question 5 of 5

Which assessment finding offers the best evidence that the client can tolerate the activity involved in getting out of bed?

A. The client's appetite has improved.

B. The client reports a more restful sleep.

C. The client's heart rate is stable.

D. The client can get out of bed without assistance.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The client's heart rate is stable.

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