ATI RN
NCLEX Questions for Oxygenation Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is responding to a new mother who asks, 'I have heard that sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is caused by immunizations. Should I immunize my baby?' Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immunizations do not cause SIDS and are crucial for protection (B), addressing the mother's concern with evidence-based reassurance.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is suctioning an oropharyngeal airway for a patient who vomits when it is inserted. Which priority nursing action should be performed by the nurse related to this occurrence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a patient vomits upon suctioning of an oropharyngeal airway, the nurse should remove the catheter; it has probably entered the esophagus inadvertently. If the patient needs to be suctioned again, the nurse should change the catheter, because it is probably contaminated. The nurse should also turn the patient to the side and elevate the head of the bed to prevent aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is considered as the main muscle of respiration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The diaphragm is the primary muscle of respiration, driving inhalation by contracting to increase thoracic volume.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the site of the most important chemical digestion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The small intestine is the primary site of chemical digestion and nutrient absorption due to its enzymes and large surface area.
Question 5 of 5
Among the following foods, which food should you emphasize giving on an Alcoholic client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcoholics need thiamine (B1)-rich foods like peanuts, wheat germ, and yeast to prevent Wernicke's encephalopathy.