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Respiratory System NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
In an older client, the alveolar walls become thinner and contain fewer capillaries. What does this condition lead to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B (Decreased gas exchange). Thinning alveolar walls and reduced capillary density directly impair the diffusion of gases across the alveolar-capillary membrane, leading to decreased gas exchange. While A (loss of elasticity) might occur with aging, it is not the primary consequence here. C (increased stiffness) is incorrect because stiffness typically results from fibrosis or other conditions, not thinning walls. D (decreased numbers of alveoli) could happen but is unrelated to the specific scenario described.
Question 2 of 4
As the nurse responsible for this client's care, you anticipate which physician's orders?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 4
A patient with pneumonia has a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance related to pain, fatigue, and thick secretions. What is an expected outcome for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 4
In planning care for the patient with bronchiectasis, which nursing intervention should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.