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NCLEX Questions on Oxygenation and Perfusion Questions
Question 1 of 5
If a patient's peak flow reading is in the yellow zone, what should they do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The patient's peak flow reading indicates that the condition is worsening (yellow zone). The patient should take the bronchodilator and recheck the peak flow. Depending on whether the patient returns to the green zone, indicating well-controlled symptoms, the patient may be prescribed oral corticosteroids or a change in dosing of other medications.
Question 2 of 5
What is the electronic configuration of oxygen?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The electronic configuration of oxygen is 1s² 2s² 2p⁴´, reflecting its 8 electrons distributed across energy levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assesses a client after an open lung biopsy. Which assessment finding would the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Absent breath sounds may indicate a pneumothorax, a serious complication after an open lung biopsy, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
What should the nurse teach a child about using an albuterol metered-dose inhaler for exercise-induced asthma?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol should be used 30 minutes before exercise to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. Which one would the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A blood pressure of 188/92 mm Hg indicates severe hypertension, posing an immediate risk.