ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Oxygenation Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse explains how to recognize an impending attack to the parents of a child who has asthma. Which symptoms should be discussed? Select one that doesn't apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 1. Itching, especially of the front of the neck and upper part of back, are associated with an impending asthma attack. Prodromal symptoms usually begin to occur approximately six hours before an attack. 3. Headache is not associated with asthma prodrome but is listed as correct in the document; however, this may be a typo—correct symptoms include other options. 4. A change in behavior, usually agitation and irritability, may indicate an impending asthma attack. 5. Abdominal discomfort and anorexia are prodromal symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
An older adult who has facial drooping, a weak cough, and absent gag reflex is admitted for treatment. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should contact the speech-language pathologist and request an evaluation. A speech-language pathologist will evaluate the client’s ability to swallow. If dysphagia is present, the nurse should implement additional measures to prevent aspiration and promote nutrition.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse is discussing the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning with a client. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless and colorless (A is incorrect). Water heater inspections (B) are relevant but not the primary focus. CO damages tissues by binding to hemoglobin (D) forming carboxyhemoglobin which impairs oxygen delivery and can harm organs like the lungs (C). Thus C and D are correct to educate the client on CO's effects and risks.
Question 4 of 5
After learning of a terminal illness and life expectancy,the client begins to hyperventilate and complains of being light-headed with the fingers toes and mouth tingling. What action should be taken by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's symptoms (light-headedness tingling) indicate hyperventilation likely due to anxiety causing respiratory alkalosis. Slowing respirations (B) by counting or matching the nurse's slower rate corrects CO2 levels alleviating symptoms. Resuscitation (A) is unnecessary as this is not cardiac arrest. Trendelenburg and coughing (C) are inappropriate and could worsen symptoms. Meperidine (D) is for pain not hyperventilation making B the correct action. not cough reflex making B correct.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving oxygen by nonrebreather mask,but the bag is deflating on inspiration. What action should be taken by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A nonrebreather mask bag deflating on inspiration indicates insufficient oxygen flow risking CO2 buildup. Increasing liter flow (D) ensures the bag remains inflated delivering adequate oxygen. Turning to the left side (A) is unrelated. Increasing oxygen percentage (B) is not adjustable on standard nonrebreathers. Checking the seal (C) is important but does not address flow issues making D the correct action.