NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Respiratory Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician orders an acid-fast bacilli sputum culture smear on a patient with possible tuberculosis. How will you collect this?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For acid-fast bacilli sputum culture, standard protocol requires collecting three sputum specimens on three consecutive days, typically in the morning, to maximize detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Question 2 of 5
The charge nurse on a surgical floor is making assignments. Which client should be assigned to the most experienced registered nurse (RN)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Purulent drainage post-Caldwell-Luc (
C) suggests infection, requiring experienced assessment. Antral irrigation (
A), tonsillectomy refusal (
B), and antibiotics (
D) are less complex.
Question 3 of 5
When suctioning the airway of a client with a tracheostomy, the nurse applies suction for no longer than how many seconds?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning for 10 to 12 seconds minimizes the risk of hypoxia and mucosal trauma.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement by the client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus indicates the discharge teaching is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A Medic Alert band (
D) ensures emergency awareness of PE/anticoagulation. Multiple
Choice toothbrushes (
A) risk bleeding, antibiotics (
B) are for endocarditis, and aspirin (
C) increases bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
In regards to question 10, which action by the patient demonstrates they know how to properly use this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulmicort (corticosteroid) requires mouth rinsing to prevent oral thrush. Spiriva doesn't require rinsing, and coughing or disposing are incorrect.