Exam 20: Peripheral Vascular System

The client was recently diagnosed with venous insufficiency. Which client statements support the client's diagnosis?

The nurse examines the peripheral vascular system of a client diagnosed with chronic bronchitis 22 years ago. The nurse examines the client's hand. Which statement by the client is consistent with the client's diagnosis?

While performing the assessment of the client's peripheral vascular system, the nurse notes that there was a rapid filling of superficial veins during the Trendelenburg test. This data is consistent with which disorder?

The nurse is preparing to assess the client's dorsalis pedis pulse. Which location will the nurse palpate to assess this pulse?

A female client being examined by the nurse exhibits 2+ pitting edema in the right arm, while the left arm is normal in size. Which question by the nurse is the most appropriate based on this data?

The nurse is performing a peripheral vascular assessment of a female client who is 7 months pregnant. The nurse notes mild peripheral edema, all other findings were normal. Which action by the nurse is appropriate based on this assessment data?

While assessing a client with a laceration on the client's left third finger, the nurse notes the presence of inflammation and swelling of the finger. Which other assessment findings might the nurse expect based on this initial data?

The client is visiting the healthcare provider's office with complaints of discoloration of her hands. The client states, "My fingertips turn whitish and then later they get really red." Which disorder does the nurse anticipate the client will be diagnosed with based on this data?