Which term describes a condition that is the result of the enlargement of, and damage to, the alveolar sacs?
A. emphysema
B. pleurisy
C. bronchitis
D. pneumonia
Answer: A
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In addition to routine prenatal teaching, the nurse will instruct this client to immediately report: 1. Shortness of breath, sudden weight gain, or dependent edema. 2. Weight loss, hematuria, or excessive urine output. 3. Headaches, vaginal bleeding, or unusual food cravings. 4. Vomiting, fatigue, or insomnia.
When assessing lung sounds, the nurse applies the chest piece to the client's upper back, but avoids placing it over the scapulae or ribs. How does this intervention help in the assessment?
A) Helps to clear the air passages and open the alveoli. B) Reduces sound from air turbulence and prevents hyperventilation. C) Minimizes pain or discomfort to the client. D) Facilitates hearing sounds in the upper and lower lobes.
The nurse is caring for a patient during the first postoperative day. Which goal works to prevent atelectasis and is most appropriate for the nursing care plan?
a. Patient will turn, cough, and deep-breathe every 4 hours. b. Patient will "huff-cough" every 2 hours. c. Patient will use the incentive spirometer twice a day. d. Patient will resume diet as soon as possi-ble.
A nurse is working with a pregnant teenager in the prenatal clinic. What would be the most important nursing action to help this teen meet the third-trimester developmental tasks of pregnancy?
1. Reassure the patient that ambivalence is normal. 2. Emphasize the need for good nutrition. 3. Assess the patient for discomforts of pregnancy. 4. Discuss continued education plans.