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NURS 275 EXAM 2 LATEST 2026-2027 ACTUAL EXAM WITH
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Which problem is associated with obesity, heavy snoring, and
shallow breathing?
A) Sleep apnea
B) Narcolepsy
C) Hypersomnia
D) Hyperpnea - ANSWER-A
A 45-year-old obese man arrives in a clinic with complaints of
daytime sleepiness, difficulty going to sleep at night, and snoring.
What is the patient exhibiting manifestation of?
A) Angina
B) Diabetes
C) Obstructive sleep apnea
D) Depression - ANSWER-C
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A patient with severe sleep apnea has been prescribed
continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). A nurse adjusts the
blower to maintain adequate positive pressure during inspiration
and expiration. The nurse should maintain the pressure in what
range?
A.1-5 cm of H2O
B.5-10 cm of H2O
C.5-25 cm of H2O
D.1-25 cm of H2O - ANSWER-C
A patient's partner informs the nurse that the patient wakes up
with a startle and gasps for breath several times at night. The
nurse understands the patient is experiencing sleep apnea. What
are the common risk factors in this patient for sleep apnea?
Select all that apply.
A Body mass index (BMI) 30 kg/m2
B Age 44 years
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C Habit of smoking
D.Neck circumference 18 inches
E .Occasional consumption of alcohol - ANSWER-A, C, D
A patient with sleep apnea asks the nurse, "What can I do to get
better sleep?" What is an appropriate nursing response?
A"Taking one to two sleeping pills at night will prevent sleep
apneic episodes."
B"Keeping your hypertension under control is beneficial for
general health."
C"Being overweight is a contributing factor; losing weight can
often resolve apnea."
D"High blood glucose levels contribute to the apnea; monitor your
sugar carefully." - ANSWER-C
A patient has undergone an uvulopalatopharyngoplasty. Which
instructions should the nurse give this patient at the time of
discharge? Select all that apply.
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A"The throat may feel sore. It is normal."
B"Snoring may persist until inflammation subsides."
C"If you feel soreness in the throat, it is a sign of complication."
D"If snoring doesn't stop immediately, you may need another
surgery."
E"There may be foul breath. You can reduce it by using a diluted
mouthwash." - ANSWER-A, B, E
A patient has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). What should the
nurse include in the teaching related to ways the patient can
minimize the negative effects of OSA? Select all that apply.
ARaise the head end of the bed slightly.
BUse an oral appliance that prevents the airway from collapsing.
CSleep in a side-lying position.
DAvoid consuming alcoholic beverages several hours before
going to sleep.
ETake sleeping pills before going to bed. - ANSWER-A, B, C, D
NURS 275 EXAM 2 LATEST 2026-2027 ACTUAL EXAM WITH
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Which problem is associated with obesity, heavy snoring, and
shallow breathing?
A) Sleep apnea
B) Narcolepsy
C) Hypersomnia
D) Hyperpnea - ANSWER-A
A 45-year-old obese man arrives in a clinic with complaints of
daytime sleepiness, difficulty going to sleep at night, and snoring.
What is the patient exhibiting manifestation of?
A) Angina
B) Diabetes
C) Obstructive sleep apnea
D) Depression - ANSWER-C
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A patient with severe sleep apnea has been prescribed
continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). A nurse adjusts the
blower to maintain adequate positive pressure during inspiration
and expiration. The nurse should maintain the pressure in what
range?
A.1-5 cm of H2O
B.5-10 cm of H2O
C.5-25 cm of H2O
D.1-25 cm of H2O - ANSWER-C
A patient's partner informs the nurse that the patient wakes up
with a startle and gasps for breath several times at night. The
nurse understands the patient is experiencing sleep apnea. What
are the common risk factors in this patient for sleep apnea?
Select all that apply.
A Body mass index (BMI) 30 kg/m2
B Age 44 years
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C Habit of smoking
D.Neck circumference 18 inches
E .Occasional consumption of alcohol - ANSWER-A, C, D
A patient with sleep apnea asks the nurse, "What can I do to get
better sleep?" What is an appropriate nursing response?
A"Taking one to two sleeping pills at night will prevent sleep
apneic episodes."
B"Keeping your hypertension under control is beneficial for
general health."
C"Being overweight is a contributing factor; losing weight can
often resolve apnea."
D"High blood glucose levels contribute to the apnea; monitor your
sugar carefully." - ANSWER-C
A patient has undergone an uvulopalatopharyngoplasty. Which
instructions should the nurse give this patient at the time of
discharge? Select all that apply.
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A"The throat may feel sore. It is normal."
B"Snoring may persist until inflammation subsides."
C"If you feel soreness in the throat, it is a sign of complication."
D"If snoring doesn't stop immediately, you may need another
surgery."
E"There may be foul breath. You can reduce it by using a diluted
mouthwash." - ANSWER-A, B, E
A patient has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). What should the
nurse include in the teaching related to ways the patient can
minimize the negative effects of OSA? Select all that apply.
ARaise the head end of the bed slightly.
BUse an oral appliance that prevents the airway from collapsing.
CSleep in a side-lying position.
DAvoid consuming alcoholic beverages several hours before
going to sleep.
ETake sleeping pills before going to bed. - ANSWER-A, B, C, D
