ATI RN
NCLEX RN Questions on Respiratory System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who had a partial laryngectomy 10 days ago. The client states that all food tastes bland. How would the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: Acknowledge client's concern about bland taste. Step 2: Validate normalcy post-laryngectomy. Step 3: Assess client's food preferences for individualized care. Step 4: Encourage open communication for effective care plan. Step 5: Addressing the issue holistically promotes client-centered care. Summary: - A: Focuses on swallowing, not taste. - C: Addresses food consistency, not taste. - D: Important but not directly related to client's concern.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching plan of a client with acute bronchitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Frequent handwashing prevents the spread of infection, which is crucial in managing acute bronchitis. A (not coughing frequently) is impractical and counterproductive. B (consuming adequate calories) supports general health but is not specific. D (semi-Fowler’s position) may aid breathing but is not a primary teaching point.
Question 3 of 5
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 4 of 5
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 5 of 5
What is the most effective treatment for cystic fibrosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.