ATI RN
Oxygenation NCLEX Questions with Rationale Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which medication classification does the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bronchodilators (D) are the mainstay treatment for COPD to relieve airway obstruction and improve breathing.
Question 2 of 5
The atmosphere contains of oxygen.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Earth's atmosphere is composed of approximately 21% oxygen, which is a well-established scientific fact.
Question 3 of 5
What is the role of respiration in the oxygen cycle?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiration releases carbon dioxide, which plants use in photosynthesis to produce oxygen, continuing the cycle.
Question 4 of 5
The normal L:S Ratio to consider the newborn baby viable is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lecithin-to-sphingomyelin (L:S) ratio of 2:1 in amniotic fluid indicates mature fetal lungs, suggesting viability as it reflects adequate surfactant production.
Question 5 of 5
Where will the CTT be inserted if we are to drain fluids accumulated in Mang dagul's pleura?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For pleural effusion (fluid drainage), the chest tube is typically inserted in the 8th intercostal space, lower than for pneumothorax.