NSG 4100 AH III EXAM 3 2026 UPDATE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
(BRABD NEW VISION)
A pt in the ICU is post embolectomy after a PE. What assessment
parameter does the nurse monitor most slowly on a pt who is postop
following an embolectomy?
a. pupillary response
b. pressure in the vena cava
c. white blood ell differential
d. pulmonary arterial pressure - ANS-D
A firefighter was trapped in a fire and is admitted to the ICU for smoke
inhalation. After 12 hrs, the firefighter is exhibiting signs of ARDS and is
intubated. What other supportive measures are initiated in the pt with
ARDS?
a. psychological counseling
b. nutritional support
c. high-protein oral diet
d. occupational therapy - ANS-B
A new employee asks the occupational health nurse about measures to
prevent inhalation exposure of the substances. Which statement by the
nurse will decrease the pt's exposure risk to toxic substances?
a. position a fan blowing on the toxic substances to prevent the substance
from becoming a stagnant in the air
b. wear protecting attire and devices when working w/ a toxic substance
c. make sure that you keep your immunizations UTD to prevent respiratory
distress resting from toxins
,d. always wear a disposable paper face mask when you are working with
inhale toxins - ANS-D
The preoperative nurse is writing a care plan for a pt who has retuned
from surgery 2 hours prior. Which measure should the nurse implement to
most decrease the pt's risk for developing pulmonary emboli (PE)?
a. early ambulation
b. increased dietary intake of protein
c. maintaining the pt in a supine position
d. administering aspirin with warfarin - ANS-A
A client presents to the walk-in clinic complaining of dry, irritating cough
and production of a minute amount of mucus-like sputum. The pt c/o
soreness in her chest in the sternal area. The nurse should suspect that
the primary care provider will assess the pt for what health problem?
a. pleural effusion
b. pulmonary embolism
c. tracheobronchitis
d. tuberculosis - ANS-C
A pt is receiving thombolytic therapy for the treatment of pulmonary
emboli. What is the best way for the nurse to assess the pt's oxygenation
status at the bedside?
a. obtain serial ABG samples
b. monitor pulse oximetry readings
c. test pulmonary function
d. monitor incentive spirometry volumes - ANS-B
The nurse is caring for an 82 y/o pt w/ a diagnosis of tracheobronchitis.
The pt beings c/o R-sided CP that gets worse when he coughs or breathes
deeply. Vital signs are WNL. What would you suspect this pt is
experiencing?
a. traumatic pneumothorax
,b. empyema
c. pleuritic pain
d. myocardial infarction - ANS-C
The home care nurse is monitoring a pt discharged home after resolution
of a pulmonary embolus. For what potential complication would the home
care nurse be most closely monitoring this pt?
a. s/s of pulmonary infection
b. swallowing ability and signs of aspiration
c. activity level and role performance
d. residual effects of compromised oxygenation - ANS-D
A pt with emphysema is experiencing SOB. To relieve pt's sx, the nurse
should assist her into what position?
a. sitting upright, leaning forward slightly
b. low fowler's, with he neck slightly hyperextended
c. prone
d. trendelenburg - ANS-A
A student nurse is preparing to care for a pt with bronchiectasis. The
student nurse should recognize that this pt is likely to experience
respiratory difficulties r/t what pathophysiologic process?
a. intermittent episodes of acute bronchospasm
b. alveolar dissension and impaired diffusion
c. dilation of bronchi and bronchioles
d. excessive gas exchange in the bronchioles - ANS-C
A pt arrives in the emergency department with an attack of acute
bronchiectasis. Chest auscultation reveals the presence of copious
secretions. What interventions should the nurse prioritize in the pt's care?
a. oral administration of diuretics
, b. intravenous fluids to reduce the viscosity of secretions
c. postural chest drainage
d. pulmonary function testing - ANS-C
A nurse is documenting the results of assessment of a pt w/
bronchiectasis. What would the nurse most likely include in
documentation?
a. sudden onset of pleuritic chest pain
b. wheezes on auscultation
c. increased anterior-posterior (A-P) diameter
d. clubbing of the fingers - ANS-D
A nurse is caring for a pt who has been admitted with an exacerbation of
chronic bronchiectasis. The nurse should expect to assess the pt for which
of the following clinical manifestations?
a. copious sputum production
b. pain on inspiration
c. pigeon chest
d. dry cough - ANS-A
A nurse is assessing a pt who is suspected of having bronchiectasis. The
nurse should consider which of the following potential causes? Select all
that apply.
a. pulmonary HTN
b. airway obstruction
c. pulmonary infections
d. genetic disorders
d. atelectasis - ANS-B, C, D
A nurse is planning the care for a pt w/ bronchiectasis. What goal of care
should the nurse prioritize?
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
(BRABD NEW VISION)
A pt in the ICU is post embolectomy after a PE. What assessment
parameter does the nurse monitor most slowly on a pt who is postop
following an embolectomy?
a. pupillary response
b. pressure in the vena cava
c. white blood ell differential
d. pulmonary arterial pressure - ANS-D
A firefighter was trapped in a fire and is admitted to the ICU for smoke
inhalation. After 12 hrs, the firefighter is exhibiting signs of ARDS and is
intubated. What other supportive measures are initiated in the pt with
ARDS?
a. psychological counseling
b. nutritional support
c. high-protein oral diet
d. occupational therapy - ANS-B
A new employee asks the occupational health nurse about measures to
prevent inhalation exposure of the substances. Which statement by the
nurse will decrease the pt's exposure risk to toxic substances?
a. position a fan blowing on the toxic substances to prevent the substance
from becoming a stagnant in the air
b. wear protecting attire and devices when working w/ a toxic substance
c. make sure that you keep your immunizations UTD to prevent respiratory
distress resting from toxins
,d. always wear a disposable paper face mask when you are working with
inhale toxins - ANS-D
The preoperative nurse is writing a care plan for a pt who has retuned
from surgery 2 hours prior. Which measure should the nurse implement to
most decrease the pt's risk for developing pulmonary emboli (PE)?
a. early ambulation
b. increased dietary intake of protein
c. maintaining the pt in a supine position
d. administering aspirin with warfarin - ANS-A
A client presents to the walk-in clinic complaining of dry, irritating cough
and production of a minute amount of mucus-like sputum. The pt c/o
soreness in her chest in the sternal area. The nurse should suspect that
the primary care provider will assess the pt for what health problem?
a. pleural effusion
b. pulmonary embolism
c. tracheobronchitis
d. tuberculosis - ANS-C
A pt is receiving thombolytic therapy for the treatment of pulmonary
emboli. What is the best way for the nurse to assess the pt's oxygenation
status at the bedside?
a. obtain serial ABG samples
b. monitor pulse oximetry readings
c. test pulmonary function
d. monitor incentive spirometry volumes - ANS-B
The nurse is caring for an 82 y/o pt w/ a diagnosis of tracheobronchitis.
The pt beings c/o R-sided CP that gets worse when he coughs or breathes
deeply. Vital signs are WNL. What would you suspect this pt is
experiencing?
a. traumatic pneumothorax
,b. empyema
c. pleuritic pain
d. myocardial infarction - ANS-C
The home care nurse is monitoring a pt discharged home after resolution
of a pulmonary embolus. For what potential complication would the home
care nurse be most closely monitoring this pt?
a. s/s of pulmonary infection
b. swallowing ability and signs of aspiration
c. activity level and role performance
d. residual effects of compromised oxygenation - ANS-D
A pt with emphysema is experiencing SOB. To relieve pt's sx, the nurse
should assist her into what position?
a. sitting upright, leaning forward slightly
b. low fowler's, with he neck slightly hyperextended
c. prone
d. trendelenburg - ANS-A
A student nurse is preparing to care for a pt with bronchiectasis. The
student nurse should recognize that this pt is likely to experience
respiratory difficulties r/t what pathophysiologic process?
a. intermittent episodes of acute bronchospasm
b. alveolar dissension and impaired diffusion
c. dilation of bronchi and bronchioles
d. excessive gas exchange in the bronchioles - ANS-C
A pt arrives in the emergency department with an attack of acute
bronchiectasis. Chest auscultation reveals the presence of copious
secretions. What interventions should the nurse prioritize in the pt's care?
a. oral administration of diuretics
, b. intravenous fluids to reduce the viscosity of secretions
c. postural chest drainage
d. pulmonary function testing - ANS-C
A nurse is documenting the results of assessment of a pt w/
bronchiectasis. What would the nurse most likely include in
documentation?
a. sudden onset of pleuritic chest pain
b. wheezes on auscultation
c. increased anterior-posterior (A-P) diameter
d. clubbing of the fingers - ANS-D
A nurse is caring for a pt who has been admitted with an exacerbation of
chronic bronchiectasis. The nurse should expect to assess the pt for which
of the following clinical manifestations?
a. copious sputum production
b. pain on inspiration
c. pigeon chest
d. dry cough - ANS-A
A nurse is assessing a pt who is suspected of having bronchiectasis. The
nurse should consider which of the following potential causes? Select all
that apply.
a. pulmonary HTN
b. airway obstruction
c. pulmonary infections
d. genetic disorders
d. atelectasis - ANS-B, C, D
A nurse is planning the care for a pt w/ bronchiectasis. What goal of care
should the nurse prioritize?
