Practice Question
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a group of clients about risk factors for developing peripheral artery disease. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include in the teaching?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Body mass index of 35
Rationale:
💎 A BMI of 35 indicates obesity, a significant risk factor for peripheral artery disease (PAD) due to increased atherosclerosis risk.
💎 Obesity contributes to hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and insulin resistance, all of which damage arterial walls.
💎 Chronic pulmonary disease and rheumatic fever are not primary risk factors for PAD.
💎 PAD risk is also elevated in individuals with smoking history, diabetes, and older age.
💎 Early identification of modifiable risk factors can guide prevention and lifestyle interventions.
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This question is from PNC 106 MEDSURG DAY CLASS MIDTERM which contains 49 questions.
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What is the most common type of dysarrhythmia encountered in clinical practice?
Answer Choices:
A. Atrioventricular block
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C. Supraventricular tachycardia
D. Atrial fibrillation
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Answer Choices:
A. Hypertension
B. Hyperlipidemia
C. Diabetes
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Answer Choices:
A. To restore normal heart rhythm and prevent complications
B. To increase cardiac output
C. To reduce cholesterol levels
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A. Blood glucose levels
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Answer Choices:
A. Left ventricular assist device
B. Septal myectomy
C. Synchronized electrical cardioversion
D. Pericardiocentesis
Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4