ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Respiratory Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room to administer medication and finds the client lying in bed disoriented with labored and fast respirations. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed improves breathing by reducing diaphragm pressure and allowing lung expansion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a client who has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) about continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CPAP masks are often designed to cover the nose, ensuring effective therapy and preventing air leaks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is having difficulty using an incentive spirometer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clients should begin with manageable inhalation volumes and gradually increase them as their lung capacity improves. This approach helps to avoid fatigue and ensures the client becomes comfortable with the device.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is checking the suction control chamber of a client's chest tube and notes that there is no bubbling in the suction control chamber. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking the suction regulator ensures proper function, as no bubbling may indicate it's off.
Question 5 of 5
What is albuterol (Proventil) used to treat?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol is a bronchodilator used to relieve acute bronchospasm in conditions like asthma and COPD.