Respiratory Nursing Review: Acute Bronchitis, Pertussis, Pneumonia,
Tuberculosis, Lung Abscess, Pulmonary Edema, Pulmonary Embolism, COPD,
Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy,
Interstitial Lung Disease, Flail Chest, Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Chylothorax,
Environmental Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Cor Pulmonale, Mechanical
Ventilation, Oxygen Therapy, Chest Tube Management, Airway Clearance
Techniques, Bronchodilators, Inhaled Corticosteroids, Methylxanthines,
Leukotriene Modifiers, Expectorants, Diagnostic Imaging, Pulmonary Function
Tests Exam Questions Verified and Provided with Complete A+ Graded
Rationales Latest Updated 2026
acute bronchitis
an inflammation of the lower respiratory tract that is usually due to infection.
pollution, chemical inhalation, smoking, chronic sinusitis, asthma
other triggers of acute bronchitis
cough, clear/purulent sputum, headache, fever, malaise, dyspnea, chest pain (cough is most
common symptom and main reason for seeking medical care)
symptoms of acute bronchitis
crackles/wheezes
What breath sounds would be present in a patient with acute bronchitis?
,symptom relief/prevention of pneumonia: cough suppressants, oral fluids, humidifier, inhaler,
avoiding irritants
treatment of acute bronchitis includes:
a. auscultating lung sounds
when caring for a patient with acute bronchitis, the nurse will prioritize interventions by
a. auscultating lung sounds
b. encouraging fluid restriction
c. administering antibiotic therapy
d. teaching the patient to avoid cough suppressants
pertussis
whooping cough; highly contagious bacterial infection of the pharynx, larynx, and trachea
caused by Bordetella pertussis
low-grade fever, runny nose, watery eyes, mild nonproductive cough
manifestations of stage 1 pertussis (1-2 weeks)
paroxysms of cough
manifestations of stage 2 pertussis (2-10 weeks)
, less severe cough, weak
manifestations of stage 3 pertussis (2-3 weeks)
uncontrollable cough with whooping sound
hallmark characteristic of pertussis
air against obstructed epiglottis
what causes the "whooping" sound in pertussis?
nasopharyngeal cultures, serology testing
how is pertussis diagnosed
Macrolides
treatment for pertussis
pneumonia
inflammation of the lungs
Tuberculosis, Lung Abscess, Pulmonary Edema, Pulmonary Embolism, COPD,
Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy,
Interstitial Lung Disease, Flail Chest, Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Chylothorax,
Environmental Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Cor Pulmonale, Mechanical
Ventilation, Oxygen Therapy, Chest Tube Management, Airway Clearance
Techniques, Bronchodilators, Inhaled Corticosteroids, Methylxanthines,
Leukotriene Modifiers, Expectorants, Diagnostic Imaging, Pulmonary Function
Tests Exam Questions Verified and Provided with Complete A+ Graded
Rationales Latest Updated 2026
acute bronchitis
an inflammation of the lower respiratory tract that is usually due to infection.
pollution, chemical inhalation, smoking, chronic sinusitis, asthma
other triggers of acute bronchitis
cough, clear/purulent sputum, headache, fever, malaise, dyspnea, chest pain (cough is most
common symptom and main reason for seeking medical care)
symptoms of acute bronchitis
crackles/wheezes
What breath sounds would be present in a patient with acute bronchitis?
,symptom relief/prevention of pneumonia: cough suppressants, oral fluids, humidifier, inhaler,
avoiding irritants
treatment of acute bronchitis includes:
a. auscultating lung sounds
when caring for a patient with acute bronchitis, the nurse will prioritize interventions by
a. auscultating lung sounds
b. encouraging fluid restriction
c. administering antibiotic therapy
d. teaching the patient to avoid cough suppressants
pertussis
whooping cough; highly contagious bacterial infection of the pharynx, larynx, and trachea
caused by Bordetella pertussis
low-grade fever, runny nose, watery eyes, mild nonproductive cough
manifestations of stage 1 pertussis (1-2 weeks)
paroxysms of cough
manifestations of stage 2 pertussis (2-10 weeks)
, less severe cough, weak
manifestations of stage 3 pertussis (2-3 weeks)
uncontrollable cough with whooping sound
hallmark characteristic of pertussis
air against obstructed epiglottis
what causes the "whooping" sound in pertussis?
nasopharyngeal cultures, serology testing
how is pertussis diagnosed
Macrolides
treatment for pertussis
pneumonia
inflammation of the lungs
