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Oxygen Therapy NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which intervention will the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient diagnosed with a lung abscess?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Assist the patient with chest physiotherapy and postural drainage. This intervention helps mobilize secretions in the lungs, aiding in the drainage of the abscess. Chest physiotherapy can improve ventilation and oxygenation. A: Avoiding over-the-counter expectorants is not directly related to managing a lung abscess. They may not be effective for this condition. C: Notifying the healthcare provider about bloody or foul-smelling sputum is important, but it is not a direct intervention for managing a lung abscess. D: Teaching about the need for prolonged antibiotic therapy is important, but the immediate intervention for a lung abscess is to assist with chest physiotherapy and postural drainage to improve outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse teaches a patient about smoking cessation to reduce the risk of lung cancer. Which statement by the patient indicates effective learning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: Choice B is correct because stopping smoking reduces the risk of lung cancer, even if the patient has smoked for years. Nicotine and other harmful chemicals in cigarettes damage the lungs, but quitting smoking allows the body to repair itself and lowers the risk of developing lung cancer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because cutting back on cigarettes still exposes the patient to harmful chemicals, chest x-rays are not recommended as a screening tool for lung cancer in the general population, and vitamins do not prevent lung cancer if the patient continues smoking.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse prepares to administer antibiotics to a patient with bacterial pneumonia. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because obtaining blood cultures before administering antibiotics helps identify the specific bacteria causing the pneumonia, guiding appropriate antibiotic selection. This step is crucial for targeted treatment and preventing antibiotic resistance. Administering acetaminophen (A) can be done after blood cultures. Performing a respiratory assessment (C) is important but not the first step. Giving antibiotics (D) without blood cultures risks inappropriate treatment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse prepares a patient for a pulmonary function test. Which instruction is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because smoking can affect lung function test results. Nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes can cause airway constriction and air sac damage, leading to inaccurate results. Option B is incorrect because bronchodilators can alter test results. Option C is incorrect as fasting may be required to avoid interference from food. Option D is incorrect because the patient should follow specific positioning instructions as lying flat can affect breathing during the test.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with pneumonia is ordered a sputum culture. When should the nurse collect the specimen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because collecting sputum first thing in the morning before eating or drinking ensures a concentrated sample and reduces contamination. Choice A is incorrect as starting antibiotic therapy may alter the results. Choice C is incorrect as food particles can contaminate the sample. Choice D is incorrect as bronchodilators can affect the sputum consistency.