ATI RN
Oxygen Questions and Answers PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is diagnosed with an acute asthma attack. Which medication should the nurse administer first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Albuterol (Ventolin HFA) 2.5 mg per nebulizer. In an acute asthma attack, the priority is to quickly open the airways to improve breathing. Albuterol is a short-acting beta agonist that acts rapidly to bronchodilate and relieve bronchospasm. Administering it via nebulizer allows for fast delivery and effective relief. Methylprednisolone (A) is a corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation but works more slowly and is typically given after initial bronchodilator therapy. Salmeterol (C) is a long-acting beta agonist not used for immediate relief in acute attacks. Ipratropium (D) is an anticholinergic that can also help with bronchodilation but is not the first-line treatment for acute asthma exacerbations.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing intervention is a priority for a patient with a newly inserted chest tube?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Monitor for continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber. This is the priority intervention because continuous bubbling indicates an air leak, which can lead to a pneumothorax. By monitoring for bubbling, the nurse can detect and address the issue promptly. Clamping the chest tube during transport (choice A) is incorrect as it can lead to a tension pneumothorax. Encouraging coughing and deep breathing (choice C) is important for respiratory hygiene but not the priority. Keeping the drainage system at the patient's chest level (choice D) is crucial for proper drainage but does not address the immediate concern of detecting an air leak.
Question 3 of 5
Which action should the nurse prioritize after a patient undergoes a thoracentesis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Check for signs of pneumothorax. After thoracentesis, the nurse must prioritize checking for signs of pneumothorax as it is a potential complication. Symptoms include sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, and decreased oxygen saturation. Monitoring blood pressure and encouraging deep breathing are important but not the priority. Sending the fluid sample to the lab can be done later, as immediate assessment for complications is crucial.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with asthma is prescribed a corticosteroid inhaler. What should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Rinse your mouth after using the inhaler. Rinsing the mouth helps prevent oral thrush, a common side effect of corticosteroid inhalers. Choice A is incorrect because inhalers are not meant for acute attacks. Choice C is incorrect because corticosteroid inhalers are usually taken regularly, not necessarily before meals. Choice D is incorrect because spacers can improve the delivery of medication from inhalers.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse prepares to administer a flu vaccine to a patient. Which condition requires the nurse to consult the provider first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the flu vaccine is typically grown in eggs, so individuals with an egg allergy may experience an allergic reaction. Consulting the provider is necessary to determine if an alternative vaccine or precaution is needed. Choices A, C, and D do not contraindicate the administration of the flu vaccine and do not require consultation before administration.