ATI RN
Oxygenation NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a client with ARDS who has a tracheostomy. The nurse will monitor the client for complications related to the loss of which protective mechanism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A tracheostomy bypasses the upper airway, impairing the ability to cough (A), which is a key protective mechanism against secretions and infections.
Question 2 of 5
Which is the most appropriate outcome for the nurse to select for a 78-year-old resident of a long-term care facility with regard to preventing RSV?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Demonstrating hand washing knowledge (C) is the most appropriate outcome for preventing RSV transmission in a long-term care setting.
Question 3 of 5
The two forms of oxygen formed in the atmosphere are
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxygen in the atmosphere exists as molecular oxygen (O₂) and ozone (O⁴‚ƒ), formed through processes like photodissociation and atmospheric reactions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is suctioning the nasopharyngeal airway of a patient to maintain a patent airway. For which condition would the nurse anticipate the need for a nasal trumpet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When nosebleed (epistaxis) is noted with continued suctioning, the nurse should notify the health care provider and anticipate the need for a nasal trumpet. The nasal trumpet will protect the nasal mucosa from further trauma related to suctioning.
Question 5 of 5
Casssandra, A 22 year old grade Agnostic, Asked you, how many spikes of bones are there in my ribs? Your best response is which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Humans typically have 12 pairs of ribs, a fact that provides an accurate and clear response to Cassandra's question about her rib count.