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Question 1 of 5

How should the O2 flow rate be determined for a COPD patient?

A. Based on dyspnea level

B. By monitoring oxygenation

C. Fixed at 2 L/min

D. Avoided to prevent dependency

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: By monitoring oxygenation

Question 2 of 5

The nurse reviews arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a patient with respiratory distress: pH 7.28, PaCO2 55 mm Hg, HCO3- 24 mEq/L. How should the results be interpreted?

A. Compensated metabolic acidosis.

B. Uncompensated respiratory acidosis.

C. Partially compensated respiratory alkalosis.

D. Uncompensated metabolic alkalosis.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Uncompensated respiratory acidosis.

Question 3 of 5

When assessing a patient with a sore throat, the nurse notes anterior cervical lymph node swelling, a temperature of 101.6Ã‚Â°F (38.7Ã‚Â°C), and yellow patches on the tonsils. Which action will the nurse anticipate taking?

A. Obtain a throat culture.

B. Administer an antipyretic.

C. Teach the patient to gargle with warm salt water.

D. Apply a cool compress to the neck.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Obtain a throat culture.

Question 4 of 5

What should alert the nurse to assess for aspiration in an older patient with nasal packing?

A. O2 saturation of 89%

B. Mild nasal bleeding

C. Swelling around the nose

D. Pain at the site

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: O2 saturation of 89%

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is providing education about smoking cessation. Which strategy is most effective for long-term success?

A. Using nicotine patches for one month.

B. Joining a support group for smokers.

C. Switching to e-cigarettes as a replacement.

D. Gradually reducing cigarette use over six months.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Joining a support group for smokers.

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