Oxygen belongs to which block of the periodic table?

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Question 1 of 5

Oxygen belongs to which block of the periodic table?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Oxygen is in group 16, where elements have their outermost electrons in p orbitals, placing it in the p block.

Question 2 of 5

What is a common trigger for asthma attacks in children?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Febrile episodes (fever) can exacerbate asthma by increasing respiratory demand and triggering inflammation.

Question 3 of 5

Which laboratory finding would most alert the nurse to the possibility of atherosclerosis in a client?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Elevated total cholesterol (280 mg/dL) is a primary risk factor for atherosclerosis.

Question 4 of 5

The oxygen delivery device that would safely administer 24% oxygen at the flow rate of 2 liters per minute is

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The oxygen delivery device that would safely administer 24% oxygen at the flow rate of 2 liters per minute is through nasal cannula (B). The other delivery devices are better suited for higher percentages of oxygen and higher flow rates.

Question 5 of 5

Which gift should the nurse recommend to a friend who wishes to give a get-well gift to a client diagnosed with asthma?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A book (D) is appropriate as it avoids allergens like flowers (A), dust in stuffed animals (B), or potential food triggers (C) that could exacerbate asthma.

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