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Question 1 of 5

The nurse working in the emergency department (ED) is assessing an infant client. Which findings does the nurse anticipate in a child diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)? Select one that doesn't apply.

A. Rhinorrhea

B. Irritability

C. Grunting

D. Bradypnea

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Bradypnea

Question 2 of 5

A patient is experiencing an allergic reaction to penicillin. What is the priority nursing action?

A. Administer an antihistamine.

B. Administer epinephrine.

C. Administer a bronchodilator.

D. Administer intravenous fluids.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer epinephrine.

Question 3 of 5

Which finding in a patient with acute bronchitis requires immediate attention?

A. Persistent dry cough.

B. Oxygen saturation of 89%.

C. Coarse crackles in both lungs.

D. Increased sputum production.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Oxygen saturation of 89%.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assessing a client with suspected pneumothorax. Which finding is most indicative of this condition?

A. Dullness on percussion.

B. Decreased breath sounds on the affected side.

C. Barrel-shaped chest.

D. Cyanosis of lips and fingertips.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decreased breath sounds on the affected side.

Question 5 of 5

A patient reports coughing up rust-colored sputum. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

A. Tuberculosis.

B. Pulmonary embolism.

C. Pneumococcal pneumonia.

D. Bronchitis.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Pneumococcal pneumonia.

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