ATI RN
Nursing Questions on Oxygenation Questions
Question 1 of 5
How does ipratropium work to assist a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ipratropium is a cholinergic antagonist that causes bronchodilation by blocking parasympathetic-mediated bronchoconstriction.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a client admitted to the emergency department with the diagnosis of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which clinical manifestation does the nurse expect to assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dyspnea (A) is a clinical manifestation of clients experiencing hypoxia secondary to ARDS. Fluid and electrolyte imbalances occur due to nutritional imbalances, and tachycardia, not bradycardia, is expected with hypoxia.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following triggers can stimulate an acute asthma attack? Select one that doesn't apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stress (A), animal dander (B), and exercise (D) are known asthma triggers. Loud noises (C) and bright lights (E) are not typical triggers.
Question 4 of 5
An infant with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis is prescribed intubation to maintain an adequate airway. Who will the nurse collaborate with to maintain the airway?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse collaborates with a respiratory therapist (A) to maintain the airway of an intubated infant with RSV bronchiolitis.
Question 5 of 5
Assessment data suggest that a patient may be experiencing mild dyspnea. The initial nursing intervention is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assisting the patient into an upright position is a non-invasive, immediate intervention that can relieve mild dyspnea by improving lung expansion and oxygenation.