When assessing subjective data related to the respiratory health of a patient with
emphysema, the nurse asks about (select all that apply)
a. date of last chest x-ray.
b. dyspnea during rest or exercise.
c. pulmonary function test results.
d. ability to sleep through the entire night.
e. prescription and over-the-counter medication.
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B, D, E
Patients with chronic kidney disease have an increased incidence of cardiovascular
disease related to (select all that apply)
a. hypertension.
b. vascular calcifications.
c. a genetic predisposition.
, d. hyperinsulinemia causing dyslipidemia.
e. increased high-density lipoprotein levels.
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A, B, D
A student nurse asks the RN what can be measured by arterial blood gas (ABG). The
RN tells the student that the ABG can measure (select all that apply)
a. acid-base balance.
b. oxygenation status.
c. acidity of the blood.
d. bicarbonate (HCO3-).
e. compliance and resistance.
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A, B, C, D
When planning care for a patient at risk for pulmonary embolism, the nurse prioritizes
a. maintaining the patient on bed rest.
b. using intermittent pneumatic compression devices.
c. encouraging the patient to cough and deep breathe.
d. teaching the patient how to use the incentive spirometer.
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B
emphysema, the nurse asks about (select all that apply)
a. date of last chest x-ray.
b. dyspnea during rest or exercise.
c. pulmonary function test results.
d. ability to sleep through the entire night.
e. prescription and over-the-counter medication.
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B, D, E
Patients with chronic kidney disease have an increased incidence of cardiovascular
disease related to (select all that apply)
a. hypertension.
b. vascular calcifications.
c. a genetic predisposition.
, d. hyperinsulinemia causing dyslipidemia.
e. increased high-density lipoprotein levels.
Give this one a try later!
A, B, D
A student nurse asks the RN what can be measured by arterial blood gas (ABG). The
RN tells the student that the ABG can measure (select all that apply)
a. acid-base balance.
b. oxygenation status.
c. acidity of the blood.
d. bicarbonate (HCO3-).
e. compliance and resistance.
Give this one a try later!
A, B, C, D
When planning care for a patient at risk for pulmonary embolism, the nurse prioritizes
a. maintaining the patient on bed rest.
b. using intermittent pneumatic compression devices.
c. encouraging the patient to cough and deep breathe.
d. teaching the patient how to use the incentive spirometer.
Give this one a try later!
B
