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Oxygen Therapy NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Miguelito de balboa, An OFW presents at the admission with an A:P Diameter ratio of 2:1, Which of the following associated finding should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An A:P diameter ratio of 2:1 suggests barrel chest, common in COPD, where clubbing of fingers is an associated finding due to chronic hypoxia.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is not an anti-emetic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alevaire is a mucolytic, not an anti-emetic; the others are used to reduce nausea and vomiting.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse would anticipate which of the following Arterial blood gas results in a client experiencing a prolonged, severe asthma attack?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a severe asthma attack, airway obstruction leads to CO2 retention (increased PaCO2), reduced oxygen (decreased PaO2), and respiratory acidosis (decreased pH).
Question 4 of 5
A patient requires intermittent oxygen at home and upon their research, requested to use a liquid oxygen system. Would you recommend this system to this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Liquid oxygen systems are ideal for continuous use due to their high capacity, but for intermittent use, they are impractical due to cost, maintenance, and safety, making portable cylinders more suitable.
Question 5 of 5
You increase the IPAP by 2 cmH₂O on a patient on BIPAP. What change would you anticipate seeing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing IPAP (inspiratory pressure) on BIPAP increases tidal volume, enhancing ventilation and reducing PaCO₂.