Rasmussen NUR2571 Final Exam (Respiratory/Cardiac) Questions with 100% Correct Answers.

Asthma Correct Answer Chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by episodes of airway inflammation. Status Asthmaticus Correct Answer Severe asthma attack that does not respond to standard treatment. Medical emergency!! Asthma (Assessment) Correct Answer Wheezing Cough Dyspnea Chest tightness A client with asthma has a sudden decrease in wheezes.... What does this indicate? Correct Answer Airways are closing and causing diminished breath sounds. Less ventilation is able to occur. This is NOT good! Asthma ABGs Correct Answer Patient experiencing inflammation in the airways will retain CO2, putting them in respiratory acidosis. Remember PCO2 levels are 35 - 45; theirs will be increased. The nurse is teaching a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) how to administer multiple medications by inhalation. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instruction? Select all that apply. a. "If my symptoms get worse, I can double my dosage." b. "I will wait at least 1 minute between use of my different inhalers." c. "I should consult my prescriber before using over-the-counter medications." d. "I cannot rinse my inhaler equipment because it is not supposed to get wet." e. "I should store my inhaler in the refrigerator door between uses." Correct Answer Answer: B, C; The client should wait at least 1 minute between inhalations. OTC products should not be added without consulting the prescriber. Dosages should be taken exactly as prescribed. Inhaler equipment should be cleaned with mild soap, rinsed, and dried daily. The inhaler should be stored at room temperature. A client reports nervousness and tremors after beginning drug therapy with salmeterol. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate? a. "The symptoms are common at first, but decrease over time." b. "Stop taking the medicine because the symptoms will only get worse."