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NCLEX RN Questions on Respiratory System Questions
Question 1 of 4
A client is admitted with suspected pneumonia from the emergency department. The client went to the primary health care provider a few days ago" and shows the nurse the results of what the client calls an allergy test" as shown below: The reddened area is firm. What action by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Prepare to begin administration of intravenous antibiotics. This is the best action because the client is suspected of having pneumonia, which is commonly treated with antibiotics. The nurse should prepare to start IV antibiotics to address the infection promptly. Choice A is incorrect because requesting records from the primary health care provider's office may delay treatment. Choice B is incorrect because airborne precautions are not necessary for suspected pneumonia. Choice D is incomplete and does not provide a clear action plan for addressing the client's condition.
Question 2 of 4
Client history and assessment reveals all of these findings. Which finding supports the diagnosis of PE?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 4
When obtaining a health history from a 76-year-old patient with suspected CAP, what does the nurse expect the patient or caregiver to report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 4
What is the most effective treatment for cystic fibrosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.