NCLEX-PN
Respiratory NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus is being discharged. Which intervention should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased fluids (
A) prevent dehydration, reducing clotting risk in PE. Low-fat diet (
B), avoiding crowds (
C), and vaccines (
D) are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan for the mother of a child diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF)? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Postural drainage (1) helps clear mucus in CF. Modifying activities for physiotherapy (2) ensures adherence. Recognizing infection signs (4) and avoiding respiratory infections (5) prevent exacerbations. One liter of fluid (3) is insufficient for children; fluid needs vary by age and size.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia. Which priority intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering oxygen as prescribed (
C) is the priority for bacterial pneumonia to address hypoxemia, a common issue due to impaired gas exchange. Assessing respiratory rate (
A) is important but secondary to ensuring oxygenation. Rest (
B) and breathing techniques (
D) support recovery but are not the first priority.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client on a ventilator and the alarm goes off. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking the ventilator (
B) is the first action to identify the alarm’s cause (e.g., disconnection, obstruction), per the ABCs. Notifying the therapist (
A) delays intervention. Elevating the bed (
C) is irrelevant. Assessing oxygen saturation (
D) is secondary to addressing the ventilator issue.
Question 5 of 5
You're assisting your patient who has asthma to bed. The patient is experiencing a frequent cough and chest tightness. You auscultate the patient's lung fields and note expiratory wheezes. The patient's peak flow rate is 78% less than their best peak flow reading. Which medication will provide the patient with the fastest relief from these signs and symptoms of an asthma attack?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol is a short-acting beta-agonist that provides rapid bronchodilation, making it the fastest-acting medication for acute asthma symptoms.