While discussing factors causing emphysema with Mr. Puff, what major factor is he already aware of?
- A. Air pollution
- B. Repeated bronchial infections
- C. Cigarette smoking
- D. Hereditary
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
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Anne returned from carpal tunnel surgery. Her hand and arm must remain elevated above the heart after the surgery. She asks you why. You respond by saying
- A. To reduce lymphatic drainage.
- B. To restrict hand movements.
- C. To decrease possibility of nosocomial infection.
- D. To reduce postoperative swelling.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Mr. Woodring has had a stapedectomy. On his first postoperative day, he tells the nurse he is dizzy and has ringing in his ears. Your assessment would be that these symptoms are
- A. normal
- B. indicative of postoperative complications
- C. probably related to rapid head movement
- D. probably related to antibiotic therapy
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Because of Mrs. West’s age, what should be given particular attention during assessment?
- A. Fluid and electrolyte balance
- B. Mental and emotional health status
- C. Respiratory function
- D. Drug allergies
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
A client with dyspnea and difficulty climbing stairs is classified as having class III dyspnea. Which intervention should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
- A. Assistance with activities of daily living.
- B. Daily physical therapy activities.
- C. Oxygen therapy at 2 liters per nasal cannula.
- D. Complete bedrest with frequent repositioning.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Assistance with activities of daily living. Class III dyspnea signifies moderate exertion causing symptoms. Therefore, the client may need help with daily activities to conserve energy. Daily physical therapy (B) may be too strenuous. Oxygen therapy (C) may not be necessary at this point. Complete bedrest (D) can lead to deconditioning.
Bob presents with emphysema. He has difficulty breathing and has a barrel chest. He asks why increasing oxygen therapy does not relieve his difficulty breathing. You respond by saying
- A. You must lie on your right side for oxygen therapy to work properly.
- B. Your barrel chest has decreased, causing your lungs to overly expand.
- C. You must take deeper breaths when receiving oxygen therapy.
- D. Your difficulty in breathing is due to air trapped in your lungs, reducing the lungs' ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. Increasing oxygen does not resolve the trapped air.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.