pnemonia + copd practice Flashcards
1
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- What is pneumonia? A. Chronic lung disease B. Acute infection of the lung parenchyma C. Inflammation of the bronchi D. Collapse of alveoli
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B
2
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- Which are types of pneumonia? (SATA) A. Community-acquired B. Hospital-acquired C. Asthma-induced D. Aspiration E. Opportunistic
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A, B, D, E
3
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- A patient with pneumonia would likely exhibit which symptoms? (SATA) A. Fever B. Bradycardia C. Dyspnea D. Productive cough E. Hyperactivity
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A, C, D
4
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- What breath sounds are often heard in a pneumonia patient? A. Wheezes B. Crackles in lower lobes C. Stridor D. Pleural rub
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B
5
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- In pneumonia, why is hydration important? A. It increases fever. B. It thickens secretions. C. It thins mucus for easier clearance. D. It raises blood pressure.
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C
6
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- What is a key diagnostic test for pneumonia? A. CBC B. Chest X-ray C. Urinalysis D. Pulmonary function test
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B
7
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- What positioning helps pneumonia patients breathe better? A. Prone B. Supine C. Semi-Fowler’s or High Fowler’s D. Trendelenburg
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C
8
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- What dietary considerations should be taken for a pneumonia patient? A. High-fiber diet B. Low-protein diet C. High-calorie, high-protein diet D. Low-fat diet
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C
9
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- What should you monitor in a pneumonia patient’s respiratory assessment? (SATA) A. Respiratory rate B. Blood glucose C. Breath sounds D. Oxygen saturation
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A, C, D
10
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- When is oxygen therapy needed for pneumonia? A. Only if the patient requests it B. When saturation is low or breathing is difficult C. When fever is high D. If heart rate is low
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B
11
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- Which breathing techniques are taught to pneumonia patients? (SATA) A. Pursed-lip breathing B. Incentive spirometry C. Deep coughing D. Rapid shallow breathing
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B, C
12
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- Why might a speech therapist be consulted for a pneumonia patient? A. To help with language therapy B. To assess dysphagia C. To teach exercise techniques D. To manage pain
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B
13
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- What treatment is used primarily for bacterial pneumonia? A. Bronchodilators B. Antihistamines C. Antibiotics D. Antifungals
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C
14
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- Why is completing the full course of antibiotics important? A. To save money B. To fully eradicate the infection C. To shorten the treatment D. To delay hospitalization
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B
15
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- What medications help relieve fever in pneumonia? A. Analgesics B. Bronchodilators C. Antipyretics D. Diuretics
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C
16
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- What medications relieve chest pain in pneumonia? A. Antipyretics B. Antibiotics C. Analgesics D. Beta-blockers
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C
17
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- What is COPD? A. Chronic infection of the alveoli B. Progressive lung disease causing airflow limitation C. Acute respiratory infection D. Collapse of the trachea
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B
18
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- What two conditions make up COPD? A. Asthma and bronchitis B. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis C. Pneumonia and tuberculosis D. Bronchiolitis and laryngitis
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B
19
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- Which are common signs and symptoms of COPD? (SATA) A. Dyspnea B. Productive cough C. Chest tightness D. Hyperactivity
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A, B, C
20
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- What are risk factors for COPD? (SATA) A. Aging B. Smoking C. Lack of exercise D. Occupational hazards
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A, B, D
21
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- What are possible complications of acute COPD triggers? (SATA) A. Left heart failure B. Cor pulmonale C. Pulmonary hypertension D. Acute respiratory failure
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B, C, D
22
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- Which breathing techniques should be taught to COPD patients? A. Deep coughing and rapid breathing B. Pursed-lip breathing and huff cough C. Huff coughing only D. Incentive spirometry only
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B
23
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- What program benefits COPD patients? A. Cardiac rehabilitation B. Pulmonary rehabilitation C. Neurologic rehabilitation D. Stroke recovery program
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B
24
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- How should home oxygen be stored? A. Near open flames B. Laid flat on the floor C. Upright and away from flames D. In a refrigerator
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C
25
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- What positioning helps COPD patients breathe better? A. Prone B. Semi-Fowler’s or High Fowler’s C. Trendelenburg D. Lithotomy
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B
26
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- Why is infection prevention important in COPD? A. To prevent heart disease B. To prevent exacerbations C. To avoid diabetes D. To reduce cholesterol
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B
27
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- What are surgical treatments for COPD? (SATA) A. Lung transplant B. Bullectomy C. Appendectomy D. Lung volume reduction surgery
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A, B, D
28
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- What might a chest X-ray show in COPD patients? A. Lung tumors B. Flat diaphragm and hyperinflated lungs C. Pleural effusion D. Collapsed lung
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B
29
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- What test measures lung volume and monitors COPD? A. Chest X-ray B. Spirometry (LFTs) C. CBC D. MRI
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B
30
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- What test helps assess COPD symptom burden? A. COPD assessment test B. ECG C. Pulmonary angiogram D. Allergy testing
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A
31
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- What is the purpose of the 6-minute walk test in COPD? A. Diagnose COPD B. See if oxygen saturation falls below 88% C. Measure blood pressure D. Assess balance
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B
32
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- What types of bronchodilators are used in COPD? A. Short-acting only B. Long-acting only C. Both short-acting and long-acting D. None
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C
33
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- What medication offers quick relief for COPD? A. Inhaled corticosteroids B. Short-acting beta-2 agonists C. Long-acting beta-2 agonists D. Oral steroids
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B
34
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- What medication is used for long-term COPD management? A. Antibiotics B. Short-acting bronchodilators C. Long-acting beta-2 agonists D. Antihistamines
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C
35
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- What medication controls airway inflammation in COPD? A. Short-acting bronchodilators B. Inhaled corticosteroids C. Oral antibiotics D. Decongestants
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B
36
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- Case study: A COPD patient shows barrel chest, accessory muscle use, and is gasping for air. What should the nurse do first? A. Encourage deep breathing B. Administer oxygen as ordered C. Lay the patient flat D. Give food immediately
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B
37
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- Case study: A pneumonia patient’s O2 saturation is 85%. What is the priority nursing action? A. Lower the head of bed B. Notify the provider immediately C. Apply supplemental oxygen D. Give IV fluids
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C
38
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- Case study: A pneumonia patient has trouble swallowing. Which interdisciplinary consult is most appropriate? A. Respiratory therapist B. Speech therapist C. Nutritionist D. Social worker
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B
39
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- Case study: A COPD patient with low exercise tolerance wants to improve activity levels. What is the best recommendation? A. Cardiac rehab B. Increase activity as tolerated C. Pulmonary rehabilitation D. Complete bed rest
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C
40
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- Case study: A patient is being discharged after pneumonia hospitalization. What discharge teaching is most important? (SATA) A. Complete the full antibiotic course B. Stop antibiotics when feeling better C. Use incentive spirometry D. Stay hydrated
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A, C, D
