ATI LPN
Acute Respiratory Care Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with heart failure is at risk for which oxygenation issue?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heart failure can cause pulmonary edema (fluid in alveoli), impairing gas exchange and oxygenation, more than pneumothorax, bronchitis, or hyperventilation.
Question 2 of 5
Which condition increases the work of breathing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pneumonia causes lung inflammation and consolidation, increasing resistance and the work of breathing, unlike hypertension, anemia, or diabetes, which affect circulation or metabolism.
Question 3 of 5
Which factor contributes to hypoxemia in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ARDS causes alveolar collapse and fluid accumulation, impairing gas exchange and leading to hypoxemia, not high cardiac output, bronchodilation, or increased hemoglobin.
Question 4 of 5
Which condition is a risk factor for pulmonary embolism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dehydration increases blood viscosity, promoting clot formation and pulmonary embolism risk, more than hypotension, bradycardia, or fever.
Question 5 of 5
Which patient does the LPN/LVN identify at high risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This patient is at high risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia. After a splenectomy (removal of the spleen), patients may experience pain and discomfort, which can make them reluctant to perform necessary activities like coughing and deep breathing. These activities are crucial for preventing lung complications such as atelectasis and pneumonia.