NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Respiratory Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the client asks why the physician chose this particular drug to treat the pneumonia, which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Penicillin is chosen based on the sensitivity report, indicating that the pneumococcal bacteria are susceptible to it.
Question 2 of 5
A thoracentesis was performed on an adult client. After the procedure, the client has hemoptysis and a pulse of 80, respirations of 28, and temperature of 99°F. Which of these is of greatest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hemoptysis is the only abnormal finding and indicates potential bleeding or lung injury, which is of greatest concern post-thoracentesis. The other vital signs are within normal ranges for someone who has undergone an invasive procedure.
Question 3 of 5
An adult with tuberculosis has started taking rifampin (Rimactane). Which side effect is the client most likely to experience when taking this drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rifampin commonly causes a harmless reddish-orange discoloration of body fluids.
Question 4 of 5
The client who smokes two (2) packs of cigarettes a day develops ARDS after a near-drowning. The client asks the nurse, 'What is happening to me? Why did I get this?' Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid-filled lungs (
C) explain ARDS simply, addressing breathing issues. Drowning link (
A), permeability (
B), and smoking (
D) are less accurate or overly technical.
Question 5 of 5
When the nurse obtains the nasal swab, which action is most accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using separate applicators for each nare prevents cross-contamination and ensures an accurate sample for MRSA screening.