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NUR 321- Exam 1___________ is a test that allows your doctor to examine your airways -
ANS-bronchoscopy
(T/F) genetics can affect a persons response to medication - ANS-true
(T/F) the hypodermis, subcutaneous tissue, provides a cushion between bones, muscle,
and skin layers - ANS-true
A 55-year-old client is scheduled for spirometry testing for evaluation of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The nurse - ANS-Asks the client, "What are
your allergies?"
A client experiencing an asthmatic attack is prescribed methylprednisolone
intravenously. What action should the nurse take? - ANS-Assesses fasting blood
glucose levels
A client has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Following a
coughing episode, the client reports sudden and unrelieved shortness of breath. Which
of the following is the most important for the nurse to assess? - ANS-Lung sounds
A client is being admitted to the medical-surgical unit for the treatment of an
exacerbation of acute asthma. Which medication is contraindicated in the treatment of
asthma exacerbations? - ANS-Cromolyn sodium
A client with a musculoskeletal injury is instructed to increase dietary calcium. Which
statement by the nurse is appropriate? - ANS-"You need to increase the amount of
vitamin D in your diet."
A client with asthma is prescribed a short acting beta-adrenergic (SABA) for quick relief.
Which of the following is the most likely drug to be prescribed? - ANS-Albuterol
A client with bronchiectasis is admitted to the nursing unit. The primary focus of nursing
care for this client includes - ANS-implementing measures to clear pulmonary
secretions.
, A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cor pulmonale is being
prepared for discharge. The nurse should provide which instruction? - ANS-"Weigh
yourself daily and report a gain of 2 lb in 1 day."
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) expresses a desire to quit
smoking. The first appropriate response from the nurse is: - ANS-"Have you tried to quit
smoking before?"
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is recovering from a
myocardial infarction. Because the client is extremely weak and can't produce an
effective cough, the nurse should monitor closely for: - ANS-atelectasis.
A client with osteoporosis is prescribed a selective estrogen receptor modifier (SERM)
as treatment. The nurse would identify which drug as belonging to this class? -
ANS-Raloxifene (Evista)
a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine is prescribed for your patient. what is the
rationale for using a CPM machine? - ANS-to restore joint function
A family member is caring for an older adult client with osteomalacia in the home. When
the home health nurse comes to evaluate the client, what should be a focus point of the
visit? - ANS-Observing for safety hazards that could be a fall risk
A home health nurse sees a client with end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease. An outcome identified for this client is preventing infection. Which finding
indicates that this outcome has been met? - ANS-Decreased oxygen requirements
A junior-level nursing class has just finished learning about the management of clients
with chronic pulmonary diseases. They learned that a new definition of COPD leaves
only one type of disorder within its classification. Which of the following is part of that
disorder? - ANS-Emphysema
A nurse administers albuterol (Proventil), as ordered, to a client with emphysema.
Which finding indicates that the drug is producing a therapeutic effect? -
ANS-Respiratory rate of 22 breaths/minute
a nurse at a provider's office is reviewing information with a client scheduled for a
pulmonary function test. which of the following findings should the nurse report to the
provider? - ANS-do not smoke tobacco for 6 to 8 hours prior to the test
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