NCLEX-PN
Respiratory System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Your patient is diagnosed with a latent tuberculosis infection. Select all the correct statements that reflect this condition:
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Latent TB infection is characterized by no symptoms, no contagiousness , and a positive tuberculin skin test or IGRA . Treatment is often recommended to prevent progression (not
A). Chest X-rays are typically normal (not
D), and sputum tests are negative (not E).
Question 2 of 5
Which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect to assess in the client recently diagnosed with COPD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic sputum production (
C) is a hallmark of COPD (chronic bronchitis). Clubbing (
A) is late-stage, infections (
B) are frequent, and nonproductive cough (
D) is atypical.
Question 3 of 5
Which side effect can the nurse expect when the client receives aminophylline (Truphylline)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aminophylline, a xanthine derivative, commonly causes tachycardia as a side effect due to its stimulatory effects.
Question 4 of 5
When caring for a client with allergies, which nursing assessment finding is an early indication that the client is developing anaphylaxis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Breathing difficulty is an early sign of anaphylaxis, indicating airway constriction or swelling, which requires immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement indicates the client with a total laryngectomy requires more teaching concerning the care of the tracheostomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using an electric larynx (
D) is related to speech, not tracheostomy care, indicating a misunderstanding of tracheostomy management. Avoiding hair spray/powders (
A), showering (
B), and daily stoma cleaning (
C) are correct tracheostomy care practices.