NCLEX-PN
Respiratory System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After administering morphine sulfate (Roxanol) to the client, which of the following is most important for the nurse to assess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine can cause respiratory depression, so assessing the rate and depth of respirations is critical to ensure safety.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement indicates the client with a total laryngectomy requires more teaching concerning the care of the tracheostomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using an electric larynx (
D) is related to speech, not tracheostomy care, indicating a misunderstanding of tracheostomy management. Avoiding hair spray/powders (
A), showering (
B), and daily stoma cleaning (
C) are correct tracheostomy care practices.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse advises the client to make sure to take the entire antibiotic prescription because an untreated or undertreated streptococcal infection can lead to which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Untreated group A streptococcal infections can lead to complications like glomerulonephritis, a condition affecting the kidneys, due to an immune response.
Question 4 of 5
You assist your patient with using their inhaler. The inhaler contains the medication Budesonide. Before administering the inhaler, you will want to connect what device to the inhaler to help decrease the patient from developing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A spacer helps deliver Budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid, more effectively to the lungs, reducing the risk of oral thrush by minimizing medication deposition in the mouth.
Question 5 of 5
A 55-year old male patient is admitted with an active tuberculosis infection. The nurse will place the patient in precautions and will always wear when providing patient care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Active tuberculosis requires airborne precautions due to its transmission via respiratory droplets. A respirator (e.g., N95) is required for healthcare workers, not a surgical mask, to protect against inhaling the bacteria.