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Oxygen Questions and Answers PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which action indicates correct pursed-lip breathing technique?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient should relax the facial muscles without puffing the cheeks while doing pursed-lip breathing. The other actions by the patient indicate a good understanding of pursed-lip breathing.
Question 2 of 5
What is the oxidation number of oxygen in H₂O₂?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), oxygen has an oxidation number of -1 due to its peroxide structure.
Question 3 of 5
A client has a tracheostomy that is 3 days old. Upon assessment, the nurse notes that the client's face is puffy and the eyelids are swollen. What action by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Puffy face and swollen eyelids may indicate subcutaneous emphysema, a tracheostomy complication, requiring immediate oxygenation assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who has been diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism is showing signs of hemorrhagic bleeding. What is the priority of care for this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Perfusion is the priority in pulmonary embolism with bleeding, addressing oxygenation and circulation.
Question 5 of 5
A woman with severe preeclampsia is refusing magnesium sulfate. What statement by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Explaining the potential need for delivery may encourage compliance with treatment.