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Oxygenation NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Using the illustrated technique, the nurse is assessing for which finding in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The question implies a physical assessment technique (e.g., diaphragm excursion), where reduced excursion is common in COPD due to air trapping.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a patient who has just arrived after an automobile accident, the emergency department nurse notes tachycardia and absent breath sounds over the right lung. For which intervention will the nurse prepare the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Absent breath sounds and tachycardia suggest a pneumothorax; a chest tube is needed to re-expand the lung.
Question 3 of 5
Which intervention will the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient who is diagnosed with a lung abscess?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest physiotherapy and postural drainage help drain the abscess, promoting resolution.
Question 4 of 5
Postural drainage with percussion and vibration is ordered twice daily for a patient with chronic bronchitis. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol opens airways, enhancing the effectiveness of postural drainage and percussion.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse receives a change-of-shift report on the following patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which patient should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 38 indicates severe distress, requiring immediate assessment.