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Question 1 of 5

Which intervention is most important for a patient with rib fractures?

A. Tightly bind the chest to reduce pain.

B. Encourage deep breathing and coughing.

C. Administer pain medication only at bedtime.

D. Restrict fluid intake to prevent pulmonary edema.

Correct Answer: Encourage deep breathing and coughing.

Question 2 of 5

A client with asthma is prescribed montelukast (Singulair). What is the primary purpose of this medication?

A. To treat acute bronchospasm.

B. To prevent asthma exacerbations.

C. To reduce mucus production.

D. To provide immediate relief during an attack.

Correct Answer: To prevent asthma exacerbations.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse receives change-of-shift report on the following four patients. Which patient should the nurse assess first?

A. A 23-yr-old patient with cystic fibrosis who has pulmonary function testing scheduled

B. A 46-yr-old patient on bed rest who is complaining of sudden onset of shortness of breath

C. A 77-yr-old patient with tuberculosis (TB) who has four medications due in 15 minutes

D. A 35-yr-old patient who was admitted with pneumonia and has a temperature of 100.2Ã‚Â°F (37.8Ã‚Â°C)

Correct Answer: A 46-yr-old patient on bed rest who is complaining of sudden onset of shortness of breath

Question 4 of 5

The nurse instructs a client with asthma on bronchodilator therapy. Which statement indicates client understanding of how the drug works?

A. The medication widens the airways by causing airway muscle contraction

B. The medication widens the airways by causing airway muscle relaxation

C. The medication widens the airways by decreasing histamine production

D. The medication widens the airways by decreasing mucus production

Correct Answer: The medication widens the airways by causing airway muscle relaxation

Question 5 of 5

Orange-colored body secretions are a side effect of which TB medication?

A. Isoniazid

B. Rifampin

C. Ethambutol

D. Pyrazinamide

Correct Answer: Rifampin

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