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Select all the following that can trigger an asthma attack:
- A. Sulfites
- B. Smoke
- C. Caffeine
- D. GERD
- E. Cold, windy weather
- F. Beta agonist
- G. Cockroaches
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,G
Rationale: Triggers include sulfites, smoke, GERD, cold weather, and cockroaches. Caffeine and beta agonists are not typical triggers; beta agonists are treatments.
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In regards to question 10, which action by the patient demonstrates they know how to properly use this medication?
- A. The patient rinses their mouth after using the Spiriva inhaler.
- B. The patient rinses their mouth after using the Pulmicort inhaler.
- C. The patient dispenses of the inhalers.
- D. The patient coughs 2 times after using the Pulmicort inhaler.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulmicort (corticosteroid) requires mouth rinsing to prevent oral thrush. Spiriva doesn't require rinsing, and coughing or disposing are incorrect.
Which statement by the client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus indicates the discharge teaching is effective?
- A. I am going to use a regular-bristle toothbrush.
- B. I will take antibiotics prior to having my teeth cleaned.
- C. I can take enteric-coated aspirin for my headache.
- D. I will wear a Medic Alert band at all times.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A Medic Alert band (D) ensures emergency awareness of PE/anticoagulation. Multiple Choice toothbrushes (A) risk bleeding, antibiotics (B) are for endocarditis, and aspirin (C) increases bleeding.
The client is diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus (PE) and is receiving a heparin drip. The bag hanging is 20,000 units/500 mL of D5W infusing at 22 mL/hr. How many units of heparin is the client receiving each hour?
Correct Answer: 880
Rationale: Heparin rate: (20,000 units ÷ 500 mL) × 22 mL/hr = 40 units/mL × 22 mL/hr = 880 units/hr.
Which outcome is appropriate for the client problem 'ineffective gas exchange' for the client recently diagnosed with COPD?
- A. The client demonstrates the correct way to pursed-lip breathe.
- B. The client lists three (3) signs/symptoms to report to the HCP.
- C. The client will drink at least 2,500 mL of water daily.
- D. The client will be able to ambulate 100 feet with dyspnea.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing (A) improves gas exchange by prolonging exhalation. Symptom reporting (B), hydration (C), and ambulation with dyspnea (D) are unrelated to gas exchange.
The client has been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis. Which sign/symptom alerts the nurse to a potentially life-threatening complication?
- A. Muscle weakness.
- B. Purulent sputum.
- C. Nuchal rigidity.
- D. Intermittent loss of muscle control.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nuchal rigidity (C) suggests meningitis, a life-threatening sinusitis complication. Muscle weakness (A) and loss of control (D) are unrelated, and purulent sputum (B) is more typical of respiratory infections.