ATI RN
NCLEX Style Questions on Oxygenation Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse admits a patient who has a diagnosis of an acute asthma attack. Which statement indicates that the patient may need teaching regarding medication use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased albuterol use suggests poor asthma control, indicating a need for education on proper management and prevention.
Question 2 of 5
Employee health test results reveal a tuberculosis (TB) skin test of 16-mm induration and a negative chest x-ray for a staff nurse working on the pulmonary unit. The nurse has no symptoms of TB. Which information should the occupational health nurse plan to teach the staff nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A positive skin test with a negative x-ray and no symptoms indicates latent TB, treated with isoniazid to prevent active disease.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing tuberculosis (TB) skin tests in a clinic that has many patients who have immigrated to the United States. Which question is most important for the nurse to ask before the skin test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prior BCG vaccination can cause false-positive TB skin tests, critical to interpret results accurately.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has a nursing diagnosis of imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. Which intervention would be most appropriate for the nurse to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-calorie, high-protein snacks address malnutrition common in COPD due to increased energy expenditure.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses a patient with a history of asthma. Which assessment finding indicates that the nurse should take immediate action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Accessory muscle use signals severe respiratory distress, requiring urgent intervention.