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SNAKES
100
A client reports awakening suddenly, sweating profusely, and having difficulty breathing. Which of these terms should the nurse record in the client's health history? a. orthopnea b. dyspnea c. paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea d. apnea
What is (c) paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
100
What normal heart sound can BEST be heard on the left, fifth intercostal space close to the clavicle and occurs as the mitral and tricuspid valves close simultaneously?
What is S1
100
The endothelium lining of the heart chambers and valves is called the:
What is the endocardium (the endocardium is made of endothelium cells that line the inside of the heart and valves and in continuous with the endothelial lining of the vessels of the circulatory system)
100
What is the BEST method for preventing lung cancer?
What is smoking cessation, including exposure to secondhand smoke
100
Which of these factors can cause a closed pneumothorax? a. emphysema b. mechanical ventilation c. gunshot wound d. blunt trauma
What is (d) blunt trauma
200
Which of these factors, in combination with cigarette smoking, places a woman at greater risk for developing coronary artery disease? a. a diet high in saturated fats b. alcohol abuse c. stress d. use of oral contraceptives
What is (d) use of oral contraceptives
200
Which of these terms refers to the volume of blood pumped by the ventricle with each contraction? a. pulmonary volume b. polar volume c. stroke volume d. cardiac output
What is (c) stroke volume
200
When a client is being treated for epistaxis, which protective equipment should the nurse wear?
What is gloves, goggles and/or face mask, and gown
200
What are the initial symptoms of lung cancer?
What is none because symptoms develop late in the course of the disease
200
What type of pneumothorax is considered life-threatening?
What is tension pneumothorax
300
All of the following are risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. Which of these would be considered an alterable risk factor? a. history of chest pain b. high blood pressure c. menopause d. physical inactivity
What is (d) physical inactivity
300
Blood leaves the heart through what structures
What is arteries
300
Immediate treatment of epistaxis would include: a. fluid and blood replacement b. administration of supplemental oxygen c. cauterizing of nasal mucosa d. compression of nares
What is (d) compression of nares
300
The client has a tension pneumothorax, and a thoracotomy tube is placed. What is the MOST appropriate nursing goal for the client? a. the client will increase activity without complaint or fatigue. b. The client will verbalize an understanding of the disease process and its treatments. c. The client will complete an entire course of antibiotic therapy d. the client will have a respiratory rate and color within normal limits and clear breath sounds upon auscultation.
What is (d) The client will have a respiratory rate and color within normal limits and clear breath sounds upon auscultation.
300
The disorder in which chronic dilation of the bronchi results from pulmonary TB, chronic upper respiratory tract infections, or cystic fibrosis is called?
What is bronchiectasis
400
Which of the following is a primary nursing goal when obtaining a health history from a client? a. to obtain psychosocial information about the client and family b. to incorporate the family into the client's care c. to identify present and potential health problems d. to determine why the client continues to participate in activities that are unhealthy
What is (c) to identify present and potential health problems.
400
Depolarization of which heart chamber pumps blood into the aorta and out to the entire body?
What is left ventricle
400
A client who had a laryngectomy will be discharged soon. which of the following approaches would BEST provide the nurse with necessary information about support and home care? a. "can you give me the number of the person who will be assisting you when you are discharged?" b. "Who do you have at home to help you once you are discharged?" c. "Will you have enough help at home when you are discharged?" d. "You will be requiring some assistance when you go home, so I have called our social worker to talk to you later today and help you coordinate your needs."
What is (c)
400
What is the purpose of an underwater seal for a thoracotomy tube? a. to reduce the surface tension of the pleura b. to reduce the pressure within the pleural space c. to prevent the negative pressure within the pleural space from pulling more air in through the chest tube d. to maintain a pressure consistent with pressure inside the lung itself
What is (c) to prevent the negative pressure within the pleural space from pulling more air in through the chest tube
400
Education for the client who has emphysema should include which of the following? a. supplemental oxygen administration at 6 L/min b. planning a low-protein, low-carbohydrate diet c. planning a graded exercise program d. administration of mucolytic agents
What is (c) planning a graded exercise program
500
What normally heard sound is the simultaneous closing of the pulmonary and aortic valves and is heard on the right, second intercostal space?
What is S2
500
The double-walled sac that surrounds the heart is called the:
What is pericardium (the pericardium consists of two layers: the outer layer (parietal) surrounds the heart and the inner layer (visceral) lines the great vessels)
500
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing cancer of the larynx? a. obesity b. alcohol abuse c. chronic respiratory tract infection d. heredity
What is (b)
500
What term describes the presence of blood within the pleural space?
What is hemothorax
500
What is the earliest symptom of emphysema? a. daily morning cough with clear sputum b. barrel-shaped chest c. dyspnea with activity d. ruddy complexion
What is (a) daily morning cough with clear sputum
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