ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Respiratory Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which principle(s) would be important to teach a patient about the use of a steroid inhaler? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: B: Patients using steroid inhalers are at risk for oral thrush due to the immunosuppressive effects of steroids. Frequent oral hygiene helps prevent this side effect. C: Rinsing the mouth and spitting after using a steroid inhaler reduces the risk of oral thrush. D: The bronchodilator opens the airways, allowing better penetration of the steroid medication. E: Holding the breath for 10 seconds maximizes drug delivery to the airways.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an acute respiratory illness. For which of the following manifestations of an airway obstruction should the nurse monitor? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: A: Cyanosis indicates inadequate oxygenation. C: Inspiratory stridor signals partial upper airway obstruction. E: Retractions show increased breathing effort due to airway obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room to administer medication and finds the client lying in bed disoriented with labored and fast respirations. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed improves breathing by reducing diaphragm pressure and allowing lung expansion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who develops a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulmonary embolism can cause hypoxemia, making oxygen therapy the priority to improve oxygenation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has emphysema. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A: Barrel chest is common in emphysema due to lung hyperinflation. D: Dyspnea is a hallmark symptom of emphysema. E: Shallow respirations occur due to difficulty in fully expanding the lungs.