ATI RN
Questions About the Respiratory System Questions
Question 1 of 5
What dietary recommendation is often given to heart failure patients to manage their condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Low-sodium diet. Sodium can exacerbate fluid retention in heart failure patients, leading to increased workload on the heart. A low-sodium diet helps reduce fluid retention and manage symptoms. High-sodium diet (A) is detrimental to heart failure patients. Low-fat diet (B) and low-sugar diet (C) may be beneficial for overall health but are not specific recommendations for managing heart failure.
Question 2 of 5
which factors affect on exercise.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, "All of the above." Body temperature (A) is a factor as it affects how efficiently muscles work during exercise. Smoking (B) can negatively impact exercise performance and overall health. Physical exercise (C) is an obvious factor that directly influences exercise outcomes. Therefore, all three factors are interconnected and collectively influence an individual's exercise capacity and performance.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a presentation that highlights the benefits of annual influenza vaccination. The nurse correctly targets which groups Except?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because children aged 3 to 6 months are too young to receive the influenza vaccine. They are not recommended for vaccination until they reach 6 months of age. Choice B is correct as older diabetics are at higher risk for complications from the flu. Choice C is correct as pregnant women are a high-risk group for flu-related complications. Choice D is correct as home health aides are in close contact with vulnerable populations.
Question 4 of 5
A client has returned to the coronary care unit after having a coronary angiogram. Which assessment data indicate the need for immediate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Diminished pedal pulse volume. This indicates potential circulation compromise, which can lead to ischemia or impaired tissue perfusion. Immediate action is required to prevent further complications. B: Heart rate 100 beats/min is within normal range. C: Blood pressure 104/60 mm Hg is slightly low but not critically concerning. D: Capillary refill less than 3 seconds indicates good peripheral perfusion.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has instructed the client on how to obtain a sputum culture. Which of the statements indicates that the client understood the instruction from the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the client demonstrates understanding by acknowledging the need to breathe deeply and cough up the sputum to obtain a sputum culture. This action helps bring up the lower respiratory tract secretions for an accurate culture. Choice A is incorrect because increasing fluids actually helps in sputum production. Choice B is incorrect as mouth care should be done before to prevent contamination. Choice C is incorrect as early morning is the best time due to the accumulation of secretions overnight.