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Recent questions tagged respiratory-care

A client suffers adult respiratory distress syndrome as a consequence of shock. The client's condition deteriorates rapidly, and endotracheal (ET) intubation and mechanical ventilation are initiated. When the high-pressure alarm on the mechanical ventilator sounds, the nurse starts to check for the cause. Which condition triggers the high-pressure alarm?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by AliciaK

A client with acute bronchitis is admitted to the health care facility and is receiving supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula. When monitoring this client, the nurse suddenly hears a high-pitched whistling sound. What is the most likely cause of this sound?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by Jewel

For a client with an endotracheal (ET) tube, which nursing action is most essential?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by danielacv8

A client has been hospitalized for treatment of acute bacterial pneumonia. Which outcome indicates an improvement in the client's condition?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by JillVA

After undergoing a left thoracotomy, a client has a chest tube in place. When caring for this client, the nurse must:

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by Ariesgirl

A recent immigrant from Vietnam is diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement with this client?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by querico

An elderly client with influenza is admitted to an acute care facility. The nurse monitors the client closely for complications. What is the most common complication of influenza?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by Commodore64

A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted to the medical-surgical unit. To help this client maintain a patent airway and achieve maximal gas exchange, the nurse should:

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by nooona33

A nurse detects bilateral crackles when auscultating a client's lungs. Which statement about crackles is true?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by mares12

A nurse is completing her annual cardiopulmonary resuscitation training. The class instructor tells her that a client has fallen off a ladder and is lying on his back; he is unconscious and isn't breathing. What maneuver should the nurse use to open his airway?

asked Apr 18, 2022 in Health Professions by sjohns

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