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Nursing Fundamentals Oxygenation Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What treatment is required for CF-related diabetes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The glucose levels indicate that the patient has developed CF-related diabetes, and insulin therapy is required. Because the etiology of diabetes in CF is inadequate insulin production, oral hypoglycemic agents are not effective.
Question 2 of 5
A client who smokes is being discharged on nicotine replacement therapy. What teaching point will the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking while using nicotine replacement therapy increases the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who has a pleural chest tube. What action would the nurse take to ensure safe use of this equipment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Keeping padded clamps at the bedside ensures safety by allowing quick response to a disconnected drainage system.
Question 4 of 5
A pregnant client's leg is swollen and painful. What action by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swelling and pain suggest DVT, common in pregnancy; heparin is the standard treatment.
Question 5 of 5
Vaccinations can help promote healthy oxygenation by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vaccinations help decrease the transmission of preventable diseases (A), many of which affect the respiratory system and can alter oxygenation. They do not directly increase gas exchange (B), promote circulation (C), or prevent all infections (D).