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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient with COPD. What would be an expected finding upon assessment of this patient?

A. Dyspnea

B. Hypotension

C. Decreased respiratory rate

D. Decreased pulse rate

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Dyspnea

Question 2 of 5

A patient with acute dyspnea is scheduled for a spiral computed tomography (CT) scan. Which information obtained by the nurse is a priority to communicate to the health care provider before the CT?

A. Allergy to shellfish.

B. Respiratory rate of 30.

C. Apical pulse of 104.

D. O2 saturation of 90%.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Allergy to shellfish.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with tuberculosis about the importance of medication adherence. What is the most critical point to emphasize?

A. Complete the full course of medication even if symptoms improve.

B. Take medications only when symptoms worsen.

C. Avoid direct sunlight while on tuberculosis medications.

D. Consume a high-fat diet to improve drug absorption.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Complete the full course of medication even if symptoms improve.

Question 4 of 5

A patient with tuberculosis is started on isoniazid (INH). What should the nurse monitor for?

A. Signs of peripheral neuropathy.

B. Hearing loss or tinnitus.

C. Visual disturbances.

D. Thinning hair or alopecia.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Signs of peripheral neuropathy.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which finding requires immediate intervention?

A. Presence of mucus in the tracheostomy tube.

B. Oxygen saturation of 88%.

C. Mild redness around the stoma site.

D. Client's ability to cough effectively.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Oxygen saturation of 88%.

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