ENPC Respiratory Exam Review *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2024/2025
What is the most common respiratory condition seen in children?
a. Asthma
b. Cystic fibrosis
c.
Bronchiolitis
d. Pneumonia
Describe the appropriate initial assessment steps for a child experiencing respirator...
ENPC Respiratory Exam Review *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2024/2025
What is the most common respiratory condition seen in children?
a. Asthma
b. Cystic fibrosis
c. Bronchiolitis
d. Pneumonia
Describe the appropriate initial assessment steps for a child experiencing respiratory distress.
Begin with a quick assessment of the airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs), checking for signs
of respiratory distress such as retractions, stridor, or wheezing, followed by measuring oxygen saturation
levels.
A child presents with a wheeze and shortness of breath after exposure to a known allergen. What is the
priority nursing intervention?
a. Administer oral corticosteroids
b. Provide a bronchodilator treatment
c. Obtain a chest X-ray
d. Initiate oxygen therapy
What clinical signs are indicative of an upper airway obstruction in a pediatric patient?
Signs include stridor, drooling, a high-pitched cough, and respiratory distress.
Which medication is commonly used for the acute management of asthma exacerbations in children?
a. Albuterol
b. Epinephrine
c. Montelukast
d. Fluticasone
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, When assessing a child with suspected pneumonia, which finding would be most concerning?
a. Productive cough
b. Fever
c. Diminished breath sounds
d. Mild tachycardia
Explain the importance of monitoring respiratory rate and effort in pediatric patients.
Monitoring respiratory rate and effort helps assess the severity of respiratory distress and can
indicate deterioration in the child's condition, allowing for timely interventions.
A 5-year-old child is experiencing acute wheezing and chest tightness. What is the most appropriate
nursing diagnosis?
a. Ineffective airway clearance
b. Impaired gas exchange
c. Activity intolerance
d. Anxiety
What position should a child in respiratory distress be placed in for optimal lung expansion?
The child should be placed in a high Fowler's position, which helps facilitate easier breathing and
improves oxygenation.
In the management of an asthma attack, what is the role of a spacer with metered-dose inhalers (MDIs)?
a. It increases the dose of medication delivered
b. It helps improve medication deposition in the lungs
c. It makes the inhaler easier to hold
d. It prevents medication from being lost
What are the signs of respiratory failure in a pediatric patient?
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