Textbook of Basic Nursing 10th ed.-
Chapter 87: Oxygen Therapy and
Respiratory Care All Verified Questions
And Answers
The nurse is administering oxygen to clients in the PACU. What is the most important
safety issue related to oxygen that the nurse should consider?
A) Oxygen allows common flammable materials to burn faster and hotter.
B) Oxygen should be given to all clients postoperatively to prevent nosocomial
infections.
C) Oxygen can increase the heart's work of pumping blood.
D) Decreased oxygen concentration weakens the stimulus to breathe. - ANSWER: a
The nurse is explaining to a client with cystic fibrosis the goals of the oxygen therapy
prescribed for her. Which of the following is a therapeutic effect of oxygen
administration?
A) It reverses high and low oxygen concentrations in the blood.
B) It increases the work of the respiratory system, allowing it to work more efficiently.
C) It decreases the heart's work in pumping blood and eases the heart's load.
D) It affects ventilatory drive control mechanisms and increases the stimulus to breathe.
- ANSWER: c
The nurse administering oxygen to clients with respiratory disorders is careful to monitor
concentrations to prevent oxygen toxicity. How does this adverse reaction manifest
itself?
A) Changes in heart rate
B) Changes in level of consciousness
C) Changes in lung structure
D)Changes in lung tissue - ANSWER: d
A nurse is caring for a newborn receiving 100% oxygen for resuscitation through an
oxygen mask. What potential complication is of most concern for in this client?
A) Thermal burns
B) Decreased pulse
C) Dry and irritated nares
D) Vision difficulties - ANSWER: d
A client after cardiac arrest is receiving oxygen therapy via a mask. What unit should
the nurse use to document the amount of oxygen delivered?
A) Liters per minute
B) Milliliters per minute
C) Pounds per square inch
D) Liters per square inch - ANSWER: a
, The nurse is assessing the respiratory status of a client after cardiac bypass surgery.
Which of the following may occur as an adverse effect of oxygen administration?
A) The pulse rate may decrease in a client with respiratory distress.
B) Pain may lead to hyper- or hypoventilation.
C) The client who is not receiving sufficient oxygen may exhibit signs of jaundice.
D) Pneumonia may occur as a result of too much oxygen. - ANSWER: b
The nurse is using a pulse oximeter to determine the percentage of oxygen saturation in
a client's blood before administering oxygen to the client. Which of the following pulse
oximetry levels indicates that the client needs supplemental oxygen?
A) 90%
B) 95%
C) 98%
D) 100% - ANSWER: a
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen from a large oxygen cylinder for an
extended period. What measure should the nurse employ?
A) Ensure that the cylinder is always kept away from heat.
B) Connect the cylinder to the client without changing the pressure.
C) Roll the cylinder in a horizontal position when moving it.
D) Remember to keep the valve of the cylinder turned on at all times. - ANSWER: a
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen through a portable liquid-oxygen stroller.
What measure should the nurse employ when operating the stroller?
A) Refill the stroller using small oxygen cylinders.
B) Reduce the pressure before connecting it to the client.
C) Take measures to keep the stroller upright at all times.
D) Connect the tubing of the stroller to an electric plug. - ANSWER: c
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who is on supplemental oxygen to his
home. Which of the following oxygen delivery systems is widely used in home care
settings for its safety and convenience?
A) Hyperbaric chamber
B) Large oxygen cylinder
C) Wall outlet unit
D) Concentrator - ANSWER: d
The nurse knows that when administering oxygen to an individual who is having
difficulty breathing, the type of device that is used is critically important. What is the
primary concern when delivering oxygen to a client?
A) Ease of oxygen delivery
B) Delivery of desired concentration
C) Monitoring of ABGs
D) Comfort of the client - ANSWER: b
Chapter 87: Oxygen Therapy and
Respiratory Care All Verified Questions
And Answers
The nurse is administering oxygen to clients in the PACU. What is the most important
safety issue related to oxygen that the nurse should consider?
A) Oxygen allows common flammable materials to burn faster and hotter.
B) Oxygen should be given to all clients postoperatively to prevent nosocomial
infections.
C) Oxygen can increase the heart's work of pumping blood.
D) Decreased oxygen concentration weakens the stimulus to breathe. - ANSWER: a
The nurse is explaining to a client with cystic fibrosis the goals of the oxygen therapy
prescribed for her. Which of the following is a therapeutic effect of oxygen
administration?
A) It reverses high and low oxygen concentrations in the blood.
B) It increases the work of the respiratory system, allowing it to work more efficiently.
C) It decreases the heart's work in pumping blood and eases the heart's load.
D) It affects ventilatory drive control mechanisms and increases the stimulus to breathe.
- ANSWER: c
The nurse administering oxygen to clients with respiratory disorders is careful to monitor
concentrations to prevent oxygen toxicity. How does this adverse reaction manifest
itself?
A) Changes in heart rate
B) Changes in level of consciousness
C) Changes in lung structure
D)Changes in lung tissue - ANSWER: d
A nurse is caring for a newborn receiving 100% oxygen for resuscitation through an
oxygen mask. What potential complication is of most concern for in this client?
A) Thermal burns
B) Decreased pulse
C) Dry and irritated nares
D) Vision difficulties - ANSWER: d
A client after cardiac arrest is receiving oxygen therapy via a mask. What unit should
the nurse use to document the amount of oxygen delivered?
A) Liters per minute
B) Milliliters per minute
C) Pounds per square inch
D) Liters per square inch - ANSWER: a
, The nurse is assessing the respiratory status of a client after cardiac bypass surgery.
Which of the following may occur as an adverse effect of oxygen administration?
A) The pulse rate may decrease in a client with respiratory distress.
B) Pain may lead to hyper- or hypoventilation.
C) The client who is not receiving sufficient oxygen may exhibit signs of jaundice.
D) Pneumonia may occur as a result of too much oxygen. - ANSWER: b
The nurse is using a pulse oximeter to determine the percentage of oxygen saturation in
a client's blood before administering oxygen to the client. Which of the following pulse
oximetry levels indicates that the client needs supplemental oxygen?
A) 90%
B) 95%
C) 98%
D) 100% - ANSWER: a
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen from a large oxygen cylinder for an
extended period. What measure should the nurse employ?
A) Ensure that the cylinder is always kept away from heat.
B) Connect the cylinder to the client without changing the pressure.
C) Roll the cylinder in a horizontal position when moving it.
D) Remember to keep the valve of the cylinder turned on at all times. - ANSWER: a
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen through a portable liquid-oxygen stroller.
What measure should the nurse employ when operating the stroller?
A) Refill the stroller using small oxygen cylinders.
B) Reduce the pressure before connecting it to the client.
C) Take measures to keep the stroller upright at all times.
D) Connect the tubing of the stroller to an electric plug. - ANSWER: c
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who is on supplemental oxygen to his
home. Which of the following oxygen delivery systems is widely used in home care
settings for its safety and convenience?
A) Hyperbaric chamber
B) Large oxygen cylinder
C) Wall outlet unit
D) Concentrator - ANSWER: d
The nurse knows that when administering oxygen to an individual who is having
difficulty breathing, the type of device that is used is critically important. What is the
primary concern when delivering oxygen to a client?
A) Ease of oxygen delivery
B) Delivery of desired concentration
C) Monitoring of ABGs
D) Comfort of the client - ANSWER: b
