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Oxygen NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
To prevent complications after a rib fracture, which action should be prioritized?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prevention of the complications of atelectasis and pneumonia is a priority after rib fracture. This can be ensured by deep breathing and coughing. Use of a rib binder, shallow breathing, and taking pain medications only at night are likely to result in atelectasis.
Question 2 of 5
Wheezes are continuous high-pitched or musical sounds heard initially with expiration. The other responses are typical of other adventitious breath sounds.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wheezes are continuous high-pitched or musical sounds heard initially with expiration. The other responses are typical of other adventitious breath sounds.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse would identify which patient condition as a problem of impaired gas exchange secondary to a perfusion problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased cardiac output impairs perfusion, reducing oxygen delivery to tissues, which is a perfusion-related gas exchange problem.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assesses several clients who have a history of respiratory disorders. Which client would the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Barrel chest and clubbed fingernails indicate chronic hypoxia, suggesting advanced respiratory disease requiring immediate assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. Which assessment would the nurse complete as the priority prior to this procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allergies to iodine-based contrast agents are critical to assess before cardiac catheterization to prevent anaphylaxis.