NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Respiratory Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing rationale best explains the reason for using a cuffed tracheostomy tube on the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cuff on a tracheostomy tube seals the airway, preventing aspiration of secretions or food into the lungs.
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 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 4 of 5
Until the client can be examined later that morning, which advice by the nurse would be most helpful?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Resting the voice reduces strain on the vocal cords, which is beneficial for laryngitis and helps prevent further irritation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client diagnosed with COPD. Which outcome requires a revision in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Activity intolerance (
C) indicates poor COPD control, requiring plan revision. No distress (
A), improved breathing (
B), and goal participation (
D) are positive outcomes.