NCLEX-PN
Respiratory System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The influenza vaccine is in short supply. Which group of clients would the public health nurse consider priority when administering the vaccine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elderly and chronically ill (
A) are at highest risk for flu complications, prioritizing them. Child-care workers/children (
B), chaplains/HCWs (
C), and teachers/students (
D) are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with an exacerbation of COPD is in respiratory distress. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sitting upright (
A) improves lung expansion in COPD distress, a priority. Oxygen (
B), vitals (
C), and notification (
D) follow to support oxygenation and communication.
Question 3 of 5
What is the best way to determine whether a client with a tracheostomy is becoming hypoxemic during suctioning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Auscultating the respiratory rate detects changes in breathing patterns, indicating potential hypoxemia during suctioning.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning the care of a client diagnosed with asthma and has written a problem of 'anxiety.' Which nursing intervention should be implemented?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Remaining with the client (
A) reduces anxiety through presence and reassurance. Notification (
B), anxiolytics (
C), and fluids (
D) are secondary or unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is newly diagnosed with COPD due to chronic bronchitis. You're providing education to the patient about this disease process. Which statement by the patient indicates they understood your teaching about this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic bronchitis can lead to pulmonary hypertension and right-sided heart failure due to chronic hypoxemia. Smoking cessation slows progression but doesn't cure, low RBCs are not typical, and CO2 drive applies to severe cases.