ATI RN
NCLEX Questions on Oxygenation and Perfusion Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the priority medication for a patient with pneumonia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Early initiation of antibiotic therapy has been demonstrated to reduce mortality.
Question 2 of 5
What is recommended before exercise for some COPD patients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Use of a bronchodilator before exercise improves airflow for some patients and is recommended. Shortness of breath is normal with exercise and not a reason to stop.
Question 3 of 5
What is the electronic configuration of oxygen?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The electronic configuration of oxygen is 1s² 2s² 2p⁴´, reflecting its 8 electrons distributed across energy levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assesses a client after an open lung biopsy. Which assessment finding would the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Absent breath sounds may indicate a pneumothorax, a serious complication after an open lung biopsy, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
What should the nurse teach a child about using an albuterol metered-dose inhaler for exercise-induced asthma?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol should be used 30 minutes before exercise to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm.