NCLEX-RN
Adult Health II Respiratory NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for Buerger's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans) is strongly associated with heavy tobacco use, particularly in young males. A 29-year-old male with a 14-year smoking history is at greatest risk. Birth control pills, diabetes, and atherosclerosis are not primary risk factors for Buerger's disease.
Question 2 of 5
An apartment fire spreads to seven apartment units. Victims suffer burns, minor injuries, and broken bones from jumping from windows. Which client should be transported first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapid respirations and coughing suggest possible smoke inhalation, which can lead to airway compromise and requires urgent evaluation and transport.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for Buerger's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans) is strongly associated with heavy tobacco use, particularly in young males. A 29-year-old male with a 14-year smoking history is at greatest risk. Birth control pills, diabetes, and atherosclerosis are not primary risk factors for Buerger's disease.
Question 4 of 5
A client is to receive peritoneal dialysis. To prepare for the procedure, the nurse should?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Warming the dialysis solution prevents discomfort and promotes effective dialysis by relaxing abdominal muscles.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes that a client's upper arm tremors disappear as he unbuttons his shirt. Which statement best guides the nurse's analysis of this observation about the client's tremors?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In Parkinson's disease, resting tremors often decrease or disappear during purposeful movements, such as unbuttoning a shirt. This is a characteristic feature, not psychological, distraction-related, or random.