Infections
Lung Dz
Emboli
COPD
Random
100
Patient presents with Stridor, Accessory muscle use and drooling. Have "it" nearby.
What is a trach kit?
100
Nutrition for a patient with Cystic Fibrosis?
High calorie, High fat, High protein
100
Patient may present with respiratory alkalosis and positive D-Dimer test.
What is pulmonary emboli?
100
This condition is often called a Blue bloater
What is chronic bronchitis?
100
Aminophylline (theophylline) is prescribed for a client with acute bronchitis. A nurse administers the medication, knowing that the primary action of this medication is to:
- A. Promote expectoration.
- B. Suppress the cough.
- C. Relax smooth muscles of the bronchial airway.
- D. Prevent infection.
- A. Promote expectoration. - Guaifenesin
- B. Suppress the cough. - Antitussives
- C. Relax smooth muscles of the bronchial airway.
- D. Prevent infection. - Antibiotics
200
Another word for Bronchiolitis
What is RSV - Respiratory Syncytial Virus?
200
This medication typically used in Atrial Fibrillation and A flutter causes fibrosis
Amiodarone
200
GWS patient is suffering with this emboli, put them in Left Trendelenburg!
What is air embolism?
200
In this condition, the patient is likely to suffer respiratory acidosis due to lack of O2, increased CO2 and alveoli destroyed.
What is Emphysema
200
pH: 7.55 pCO2: 34 HCO3: 23
300
This can be easily prevented by a vaccine administered at 2 mos, 4 mos, 6 mos & 12 mos.
What is Epiglottitis? (Hib)
300
Treatment for an emergency asthma attack
What is Small volume nebulizer: Albuterol, ipratropium and steroid if there is inflammation?
300
Administer this medication with 4 1/2 Hours of initial symptoms and do not administer it through a central line.
What is alteplase or tPA?
300
C.O.P.D stands for?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
300
A client is receiving isoetharine hydrochloride (Bronkosol) via a nebulizer. The nurse monitors the client for which side effect of this medication?
- A. Constipation
- B. Diarrhea
- C. Bradycardia
- D. Tachycardia
Tachycardia
Side effects that can occur from a beta 2 agonist include tremors, nausea, nervousness, palpitations, tachycardia, peripheral vasodilation, and dryness of the mouth or throat
400
A blockage that compromises the airway requiring incision and drainage and antibiotics
What is peritonsillar abscess?
400
Exposure to coal mines, nuclear test sites, asbestos, sandblast, microchip can lead to this kind of lung disease.
What is restrictive lung disease?
400
Venous stasis, hypercoagulability, endothelial damage
What is Virchow's triad?
400
An alarm beeps notifying you that one of your patient’s oxygen saturation is reading 89%. You arrive to the patient’s room, and see the patient comfortably resting in bed watching television. The patient is already on 2 L of oxygen via nasal cannula. The patient is admitted for COPD exacerbation. Your next nursing action would be:
A. Continue to monitor the patient
B. Increase the patient’s oxygen level to 3 L
C. Notify the doctor for further orders
D. Turn off the alarm settings
A. Continue to monitor the patient
400
A nurse teaches a client about the use of a respiratory inhaler. Which action by the client indicated a need for further teaching?
- A. Removes the cap and shakes the inhaler well before use.
- B. Press the canister down with your finger as he breathes in.
- C. Inhales the mist and quickly exhales.
- D. Waits 1 to 2 minutes between puffs if more than one puff has been prescribed.
Correct Answer: C. Inhales the mist and quickly exhales.
Take the inhaler out of the mouth. If the client can, he should hold his breath as he slowly counts to 10.
500
What cells increase in a viral infection?
What are Lymphocytes?
500
This lung disease is exacerbated by bronchoconstriction and bronchospasm.
What is Asthma?
500
A pulmonary embolism comes from a ?
untreated DVT
500
A patient with severe COPD is having an episode of extreme shortness of breath and requests their inhaler. Which type of inhaler ordered by the physician would provide the FASTEST relief for the patient based on this particular situation?
A. Spiriva
B. Salmeterol
C. Symbicort
D. Albuterol
D. Albuterol
500
Which of the following health promotion activities should the nurse include in the discharge teaching plan for a client with asthma?
- A. Incorporate physical exercise as tolerated into the treatment plan.
- B. Monitor peak flow numbers after meals and at bedtime.
- C. Eliminate stressors in the work and home environment.
- D. Use sedatives to ensure uninterrupted sleep at night.
A. Incorporate physical exercise as tolerated into the treatment plan.
Physical exercise is beneficial and should be incorporated as tolerated into the client’s schedule. Peak flow numbers should be monitored daily, usually in the morning (before taking medication). Encourage breathing exercises and controlled breathing and relaxation. Prevents attack before it begins and increases ventilation.