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Question 1 of 5

Which phrase is used to describe the volume of air inspired and expired with a normal breath?

A. Total lung capacity

B. Forced vital capacity

C. Tidal volume

D. Residual volume

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Tidal volume

Question 2 of 5

Exchange across a membrane requires

A. moisture.

B. transport proteins

C. pressure gradients.

D. all of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: all of the above

Question 3 of 5

What is the least successful treatment for laryngeal cancer?

A. Surgical treatment

B. Radical neck dissection

C. Radiation therapy with surgery

D. Chemotherapy

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Chemotherapy

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is instructing a hospitalized client with a diagnosis of emphysema about measures that will enhance the effectiveness of breathing during dyspneic periods. Which of the following positions will the nurse instruct the client to assume?

A. Side-lying in bed.

B. Sitting in a recliner chair.

C. Sitting up in bed.

D. Sitting on the side of the bed and leaning on an overbed table.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Sitting on the side of the bed and leaning on an overbed table.

Question 5 of 5

The cessation of smoking

A. can reduce the risk of stillbirth

B. reduces the chances of cancer

C. reduces the chances of coronary disease

D. all of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: all of the above

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