front 1 The nurse is caring for a client who developed GI bleeding 3 weeks after a diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE). The international normalized ratio (INR) is 6.9. Which one of these questions is most appropriate for the nurse to ask at this time?
| back 1 D. “Have you taken any aspirin or salicylates?” |
front 2 The nurse is assessing a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation with positive end-expiratory pressure. Which findings would cause the nurse to suspect a left-sided tension pneumothorax?
| back 2 B. Chest asymmetry and jugular vein distention are present. |
front 3 The charge nurse in the intensive care unit is overseeing care for a group of clients. The nurse is especially vigilant in collaboration with the primary nurse and interprofessional team in assessing for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in which of these clients?
| back 3 C. Client with aspiration pneumonia |
front 4 A client has been admitted with a diagnosis of pulmonary embolism and is receiving heparin infusion. What safety priority does the nurse include in the plan of care?
| back 4 B. Monitor the platelet count daily. |
front 5 The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client with pulmonary embolism (PE). What priority does the nurse set after reviewing the blood gas result below? pH 7.46, PaCO2 30 mm Hg, HCO3– 26 mEq/L (26 mmol/L), PaO2 62 mm Hg
| back 5 B. Apply oxygen |
front 6 The nurse is caring for a group of clients on a medical surgical unit. Which clients will the nurse monitor closely for respiratory failure? Select all that apply.
| back 6 A. Client with a brainstem tumor B. Client with acute pancreatitis C. Client with a C5 spinal cord injury D. Client using client-controlled analgesia |
front 7 The intensive care nurse is working on a unit-based project to prevent intensive care unit (ICU) psychosis. Which intervention does the nurse recommend to best decrease the incidence of ICU psychosis?
| back 7 A. Providing frequent explanations and reassurance |
front 8 The nurse is caring for a group of clients on a Telemetry unit. When providing client education, which client will the nurse determine most needs information regarding preventing pulmonary embolism (PE)?
| back 8 A. A woman who frequently flies to Europe |
front 9 When caring for a client with a pulmonary embolism, which priority intervention will the nurse use to reduce anxiety?
| back 9 A. Remain with the client and provide oxygen in a calm manner. |
front 10 The nurse is overseeing a nursing student who is administering medications to a group of clients receiving treatment for pulmonary embolism. The nurse recognizes the student understands safety and administration of anticoagulant therapy when the student makes which of these statements?
| back 10 B. “Therapy with warfarin (Coumadin) is effective when the INR is between 2 and 3.” |
front 11 The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with pulmonary embolism (PE). Which client problem does the nurse establish as the priority?
| back 11 C. Hypoxemia related to ventilation–perfusion mismatch |
front 12 When receiving report on a group of clients on the step down unit, which client needs immediate attention by the nurse?
| back 12 B. A client receiving mechanical ventilation who has tracheal deviation |
front 13 The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and hears the high-pressure alarm. Which action will the nurse take first?
| back 13 C. Listen to the client’s breath sounds. |
front 14 A client was intubated 30 minutes ago for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and possible sepsis. The following prescriptions have been given for the client. In what sequence will the nurse perform these actions? 1. Infuse levofloxacin (Levaquin) 500 mg IV. 2. Obtain baseline aerobic and anaerobic sputum cultures. 3. Teach the client and family methods of communicating. 4. Analyze post-intubation arterial blood gases (ABGs).
| back 14 D. 4, 2, 1, 3 |
front 15 A client in the intensive care unit (ICU) who is receiving mechanical ventilation begins to pick at the bedcovers. Which action will the nurse take next?
| back 15 B. Assess for adequate oxygenation. |
front 16 The nurse is caring for a client who has just been extubated after receiving mechanical ventilation. Which action will the nurse delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
| back 16 A. Keep the head of the bed elevated. |
front 17 When caring for the client receiving mechanical ventilation, the nurse includes which of these interventions to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)? Select all that apply.
| back 17 B. Continuous removal of subglottic secretions C. Elevating the head of the bed at least 30 degrees whenever possible D. Handwashing before and after contact with the client |
front 18 The nurse coming on shift prepares to perform an initial assessment of a client receiving sedation and mechanical ventilation through a tracheostomy. Which are priorities for the nurse to carry out? Select all that apply.
| back 18 B. Assess the client’s color and respirations. C. Confirm alarms and ventilator settings. D. Ensure that the tube is in proper position. E. Auscultate for bilateral breath sounds. |
front 19 The nurse is providing education about the management of respiratory failure to the family of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which statement reflects appropriate information that the nurse will communicate?
| back 19 C.
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front 20 The nurse is caring for a group of clients on a medical surgical unit. For which of these individuals does the nurse provide immediate interventions to reduce the risk for pulmonary embolism (PE)?
| back 20 C. A client returning from an open reduction and internal fixation of the tibia |
front 21 When caring for a group of clients at risk for or diagnosed with pulmonary embolism, the nurse calls the Rapid Response Team (RRT) for intervention for which client?
| back 21 A. Client treated for pulmonary embolism with IV heparin who has hemoptysis and tachycardia |
front 22 The nurse is assessing a client with possible pulmonary embolism (PE). For which symptoms consistent with PE will the nurse assess? Select all that apply.
| back 22 A. Dizziness and syncope C. Inspiratory chest pain F. Tachycardia |
front 23 The nurse is caring for a client with impending respiratory failure who refuses intubation and mechanical ventilation. Which respiratory modality does the nurse suggest to the interdisciplinary team as an alternative to mechanical ventilation?
| back 23 B. Bi-level positive airway pressure (BiPAP) |
front 24 The nurse is caring for a group of clients with respiratory disorders. For which of these clients does the nurse plan for immediate intubation?
| back 24 B. Client with hypoventilation and decreased breath sounds |