Interventions
The nurse who suspects active TB infection should immediately do this
The COPD patient experiencing an exacerbation of the disease will likely have this ABG abnormality
Respiratory acidosis
COPD patients should be taught to schedule their meals in this way
Multiple small meals throughout the day
This type of bronchodilator is the best choice to use before exercise
Long acting
This is the best way to prevent the spread of respiratory infection
Hand washing
This preventive measure can decrease the risk of transmission of respiratory infections from healthcare workers to vulnerable patients
Vaccination
Normal pulse oximetry levels for COPD patients usually fall within this range
88-92
COPD patients should drink at least this much fluid per day
2 liters
A TB skin test is administered via this type of injection
Intradermal
This oxygen delivery device delivers the lowest amount of oxygen
Nasal cannula
This method of breathing is effective for COPD patients
Pursed lip breathing
This is the first sign/symptom of hypoxia
Confusion/change in LOC
The patient with COPD should do their most physically challenging activities at this time of day.
Morning
Rifampin is hard on this organ
Liver
This non-invasive oxygen delivery device delivers the highest amount of oxygen
Non-rebreather
The job of CPAP is to keep the airways from doing this
Collapsing
The patient with rhinosinusitis will feel increased this in the sinuses
Pressure
The patient with a tracheostomy should be encouraged to use a shield when doing this
Showering or bathing
The patient experiencing an acute asthma attack should use this type of inhaler
Short-acting/resuce
This oxygen delivery device delivers the most precise amount of oxygen
Venturi mask
The patient who developed a right pneumothorax after thoracentesis will have these breath sounds on the right.
Diminished or absent
This muscle movement when attempting to take a deep breath indicates a respiratory emergency.
Retractions
COPD patients should increase the amount of this macro nutrient in their diet
Protein
Liver dysfunction in patients taking TB medications is associated with these signs and symptoms.
Jaundice, bleeding disorders, ascites
Which class of medications for blood pressure must be used cautiously in patients with asthma?
Beta blockers (lol)