NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Respiratory Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client newly diagnosed with restrictive airway disease (asthma). Which statement indicates the client understands the discharge instructions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calling 911 for uncontrolled asthma (
A) shows understanding of emergency action. Warm water (
B) is insufficient (hot water needed), Chinese food (
C) may contain MSG, and NSAIDs (
D) can trigger asthma.
Question 2 of 5
You are providing teaching to a patient with chronic COPD on how to perform diaphragmatic breathing. This technique helps do the following:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diaphragmatic breathing strengthens the diaphragm , improving breathing efficiency in COPD. It doesn't increase breathing rate , decrease abdominal muscle use , or encourage accessory muscle use .
Question 3 of 5
The client is admitted to a medical unit with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which signs and symptoms should the nurse assess in the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pneumonia causes pleuritic chest pain and anxiety (
A) from inflammation/hypoxia. Asymmetry (
B) suggests pneumothorax, leukopenia (
C) is atypical, and substernal pain (
D) suggests MI.
Question 4 of 5
As the nurse you know that one of the reasons for an increase in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Patients must be on medication treatment for about 6-12 months (depending on the type of TB the patient has). This leads to noncompliant issues. DOT (directly observed therapy) is now being instituted so compliance is increased. This is where a public health nurse or a trained DOT worker will deliver the medication and watch the patient swallow the pill until treatment is complete.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing measure is most helpful in reducing the client's anxiety during an asthma attack?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Remaining within the client's view provides reassurance and reduces anxiety by ensuring the client feels supported during an asthma attack.