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Question 1 of 5

An older adult is having respiratory problems and is told that it is a result of reduced compliance. The nurse should explain to the client that lung compliance is the:

A. Ability of the lungs to expand

B. Ability of the airways to expand

C. Movement of oxygen into the blood

D. Removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory tree

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ability of the lungs to expand

Question 2 of 5

The treatment of stage 1 Hodgkin's disease is:

A. intensive irradiation therapy

B. surgery on enlarged nodes

C. chemotherapy

D. none

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: intensive irradiation therapy

Question 3 of 5

The nurse would question an order for ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) ordered for a client with asthma if the client had which concurrent medical history?

A. Glaucoma

B. Cushing's syndrome

C. Warfarin therapy

D. Fluid retention

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Glaucoma

Question 4 of 5

Emphysema is a ______________

A. Neural disease

B. Digestive disorder

C. Pulmonary disease

D. Renal disease

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Pulmonary disease

Question 5 of 5

Which instruction should the nurse provide to a client who has pneumonia and is being discharged for home care? (Select all that apply.)

A. Maintain adequate fluid intake.'

B. Avoid smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke.'

C. Limit activities and increase rest.'

D. Clean surfaces with household disinfectant.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maintain adequate fluid intake.'

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