NCLEX-PN
Respiratory System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statement made by the client diagnosed with chronic bronchitis indicates to the nurse more teaching is required?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood draws (
D) are not routine for bronchitis, indicating misunderstanding. Sputum changes (
A), bronchodilator use (
B), and inhaler accuracy (
C) reflect correct understanding.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is admitted with histoplasmosis. What drug is most likely to be prescribed for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amphotericin B is the primary antifungal drug used to treat histoplasmosis.
Question 3 of 5
After the bronchoscopy, what should the nurse closely monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring respiratory effort is critical post-bronchoscopy to detect complications like airway obstruction or pneumothorax.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning the care of a client diagnosed with asthma and has written a problem of 'anxiety.' Which nursing intervention should be implemented?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Remaining with the client (
A) reduces anxiety through presence and reassurance. Notification (
B), anxiolytics (
C), and fluids (
D) are secondary or unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
The charge nurse receives morning laboratory and respiratory data on the clients. Which data requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SpO2 89% post