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Which medication below blocks the function of Leukotriene for the treatment of asthma?
- A. Salmeterol
- B. Theophylline
- C. Tiotropim
- D. Montelukast
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks leukotrienes, reducing asthma symptoms.
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Which agents should the nurse suspect as being the cause of the victims' symptoms? Select all that apply.
- A. Anthrax
- B. Sarin gas
- C. Smallpox
- D. Radiation
- E. Cyanide
- F. Ebola virus
Correct Answer: B, E
Rationale: Sarin gas and cyanide are chemical agents that can cause rapid onset of dyspnea, weakness, and nausea, consistent with the symptoms described.
The client is getting out of bed and becomes very anxious and has a feeling of impending doom. The nurse thinks the client may be experiencing a pulmonary embolism. Which action should the nurse implement first?
- A. Administer oxygen 10 L via nasal cannula.
- B. Place the client in high Fowler's position.
- C. Obtain a STAT pulse oximeter reading.
- D. Auscultate the client's lung sounds.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High Fowler’s position (B) improves breathing in suspected PE, a priority. Oxygen (A), SpO2 (C), and lung sounds (D) follow to support and assess.
A patient with active tuberculosis is taking Ethambutol. As the nurse you make it priority to assess the patient's?
- A. hearing
- B. mental status
- C. vitamin B6 level
- D. vision
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This medication can cause inflammation of the optic nerve. Therefore, it is very important the nurse asks the patient about their vision. If the patient has blurred vision or reports a change in colors, the MD must be notified immediately.
Which nursing action is most appropriate immediately after the chest tube is removed from the client?
- A. Apply a sterile dressing and tape it securely.
- B. Request a chest X-ray to assess lung fields.
- C. Administer oxygen by nasal cannula.
- D. Encourage the client to cough vigorously.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying a sterile dressing taped securely prevents air entry into the pleural space and promotes healing post-chest tube removal.
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of rule-out severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Which information is most important for the nurse to ask related to this diagnosis?
- A. Current prescription and over-the-counter medication use.
- B. Dates of and any complications associated with recent immunizations.
- C. Any problems with recent or past use of blood or blood products.
- D. Recent travel to mainland China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: SARS is associated with outbreaks in specific regions, notably China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Recent travel to these areas (D) is critical for assessing exposure risk. Medications (A), immunizations (B), and blood products (C) are less relevant to SARS diagnosis, which relies on travel history and symptoms.