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Oxygen Therapy NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
Which laboratory test is commonly used to assess the clotting status in patients suspected of having a pulmonary embolism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: D-dimer is a sensitive test for detecting clotting activity, commonly elevated in pulmonary embolism.
Question 2 of 4
An event that had the potential to cause serious harm but did not due to chance is identified as a:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A near miss event has potential for harm but does not result in it due to chance or intervention.
Question 3 of 4
A 90-year-old woman has been in an automobile crash and sustained four fractured ribs on the left side of her thorax. Based on her age and the injury, what complication is she at risk for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fractured ribs and advanced age increase the risk of pneumonia due to impaired breathing and reduced ability to clear secretions.
Question 4 of 4
A home care nurse finds a patient lying on the floor. The patient is not breathing. Her response is based on the ABCs of basic life support. What does the B stand for in these initials?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In BLS, ABC stands for Airway, Breathing, Circulation; 'B' refers to assessing and ensuring breathing.