NCLEX-PN
Respiratory System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with community-acquired pneumonia is admitted to the medical unit. Which health-care provider order should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sputum/blood cultures (
C) must be obtained before antibiotics to identify pathogens, a priority. IV fluids (
A), antibiotics (
B), and labs (
D) follow.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with community-acquired pneumonia is admitted to the medical unit. Which health-care provider order should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sputum/blood cultures (
C) must be obtained before antibiotics to identify pathogens, a priority. IV fluids (
A), antibiotics (
B), and labs (
D) follow.
Question 3 of 5
A patient taking Isoniazid (INH) should be monitored for what deficiency?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Isoniazid can cause peripheral neuropathy due to vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) deficiency. Patients are often given B6 supplements and monitored for this deficiency.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning the activities for the client diagnosed with asbestosis. Which activity should the nurse schedule at 0900 if breakfast is served at 0800?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bronchodilator treatment (
B) at 0900 optimizes lung function early in the day for asbestosis patients, who have restrictive lung disease. Bathing (
A) is less urgent. A rest period (
C) may be needed later, not immediately post-breakfast. Chest physiotherapy (
D) is typically scheduled later to avoid postprandial discomfort.
Question 5 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.