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Respiratory System Questions and Answers PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
A person met with an accident and died instantly without any injury to heart, brain, stomach and kidney. One of the following is a reason for his death
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Diaphragm got punctured. The diaphragm is a crucial muscle responsible for breathing. If it gets punctured, it can lead to immediate death due to respiratory failure. In this scenario, since there are no injuries to vital organs like the heart, brain, stomach, or kidney, the only plausible reason for instant death would be a punctured diaphragm affecting the person's ability to breathe. A: Intestine getting twisted would not lead to instant death without affecting the heart, brain, stomach, or kidney. B: RBC becoming coagulated would not result in immediate death without directly impacting vital organs. C: Stomach stopping digestion is not a life-threatening condition that would cause instant death without injury to vital organs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse assesses a client after an open lung biopsy. Which assessment finding is matched with the correct intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Reduced breath sounds after an open lung biopsy could indicate a potential complication such as pneumothorax, requiring immediate attention. Calling the primary health care provider allows for timely assessment and intervention. Choice A is incorrect because dizziness alone may not warrant calling the Rapid Response Team without further assessment. Choice B is incorrect as a heart rate of 55 beats/min may not necessarily indicate a need to withhold pain medication without considering other factors. Choice D is incorrect as a respiratory rate of 18 breaths/min does not necessarily mean the oxygen flow rate should be decreased without further assessment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse assesses the client using the device pictured below to deliver 50% O2: The nurse finds that the mask fits snugly the skin under the mask and straps is intact and the flow rate of the oxygen is 3 L/min. What action by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Immediately increase the flow rate. A flow rate of 3 L/min is inadequate to deliver 50% O2 through a mask. Increasing the flow rate will ensure the client receives the prescribed oxygen concentration. Incorrect choices: A: Assess the client's oxygen saturation - This is not the priority as the oxygen delivery is suboptimal. B: Document these findings in the chart - Documentation is important but addressing the oxygen delivery issue is more critical. D: Turn the flow rate down to 2 L/min - This would further reduce the oxygen concentration, which is not appropriate in this case.
Question 4 of 5
An older adult is brought to the emergency department by a family member who reports a moderate change in mental status and mild cough. The client is afebrile. The primary health care provider orders a chest x-ray. The family member questions why this is needed since the symptoms seem so vague. What response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because older adults often present with atypical or vague symptoms when they have an underlying infection, including pneumonia. It is crucial to assess for pneumonia in older adults promptly because they may not exhibit classic signs like fever. An x-ray is essential to confirm or rule out pneumonia as it allows for visualization of lung abnormalities. Choice A is incorrect because not all older adults with vague symptoms automatically have pneumonia, and ordering a chest x-ray is based on clinical judgment. Choice C is incorrect as the timing of the x-ray in relation to laboratory work is not the primary reason for ordering it. Choice D is incorrect because the x-ray is specifically to assess for pneumonia, not for general infection sources.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following signs may be revealed in a client with tonsillar infection by a visual examination if group A streptococci is the cause?
Correct Answer: A
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