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Question 1 of 5

The lungs move easily within their protective sacs due to

A. intrapleural fluid.

B. leaking plasma.

C. blood.

D. mucus.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: intrapleural fluid.

Question 2 of 5

Dr. Jones prescribes albuterol sulfate (Proventil) for a patient with newly diagnosed asthma. When teaching the patient about this drug, the nurse should explain that it may cause:40:40H272:382:422:412:402:422:402:38

A. Nasal congestion

B. Nervousness

C. Lethargy

D. Hyperkalemia

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Nervousness

Question 3 of 5

Tidal volume in human beings is

A. 1000 ml

B. 1500 ml

C. 500 ml

D. 4.5 ml

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 500 ml

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is providing tracheostomy care. What action by the nurse requires intervention by the charge nurse?

A. Holding the device securely when changing ties

B. Suctioning the client first if secretions are present

C. Tying a square knot at the back of the neck

D. Using half-strength peroxide for cleansing

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Tying a square knot at the back of the neck

Question 5 of 5

The partial pressure of oxygen in the interstitial space of peripheral tissues is approximately

A. 40 mm Hg

B. 45 mm Hg

C. 50 mm Hg

D. 70 mm Hg

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 40 mm Hg

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