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Prepare for NUR 355 Exam 3 (2026) with this expert-verified study guide featuring comprehensive practice questions and detailed answers covering the essential concepts of respiratory nursing, oxygen therapy, pulmonary disorders, and respiratory assessment. This resource provides an in-depth review of hypoxia, hypoxemia, dyspnea, respiratory assessment, tactile fremitus, tracheal assessment, normal and abnormal breath sounds, arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation, pulse oximetry, age-related respiratory changes, oxygen delivery devices, nasal cannula, Venturi mask, non-rebreather and partial rebreather masks, tracheostomy care, endotracheal intubation, oxygen toxicity, influenza, pneumonia, tuberculosis (TB), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis (CF), lung cancer, inhaler techniques, smoking cessation, and evidence-based nursing interventions. The structured question-and-answer format strengthens clinical judgment, reinforces respiratory pathophysiology, and prepares students for nursing examinations, ATI, HESI, and NCLEX-style assessments. Aligned with the learning outcomes of NUR 355, this study guide integrates evidence-based respiratory nursing principles with clinical assessment, oxygenation management, pharmacologic therapies, and patient-centered care. Learners will develop a deeper understanding of respiratory anatomy and physiology, pulmonary disease processes, airway management, oxygen delivery systems, respiratory medications, infection prevention, chronic lung disease management, and emergency respiratory interventions. The material incorporates high-yield review questions, clinical scenarios, and exam-focused content, making it an excellent revision resource for classroom examinations, comprehensive nursing assessments, and safe clinical practice. The content is supported by leading evidence-based nursing and respiratory care references, including: Hinkle, J. L., & Cheever, K. H. Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Lewis, S. L., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M. M., Harding, M., Kwong, J., & Roberts, D. Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems. Ignatavicius, D. D., Workman, M. L., & Rebar, C. R. Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care. Lilley, L. L., Rainforth Collins, S., & Snyder, J. S. Pharmacology and the Nursing Process. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD). Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention of COPD. Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA). Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention. American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC). Clinical Practice Guidelines. National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). NCLEX-RN® Test Plan. This study resource is recommended for: NUR 355 Students BSN Nursing Students ADN Nursing Students Pre-Licensure Nursing Students Registered Nurse (RN) Students Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN) Students Medical-Surgical Nursing Students Adult Health Nursing Students Respiratory Nursing Students ATI Examination Candidates HESI Examination Candidates NCLEX-RN Candidates Healthcare students preparing for respiratory and medical-surgical nursing examinations Keywords NUR 355 Exam 3 2026, NUR 355 Practice Questions, NUR 355 Study Guide, Respiratory Assessment, Hypoxia, Hypoxemia, Dyspnea, Arterial Blood Gas, ABG Interpretation, Pulse Oximetry, Oxygen Therapy, Nasal Cannula, Venturi Mask, Non Rebreather Mask, Partial Rebreather Mask, Tracheostomy Care, Endotracheal Intubation, Oxygen Toxicity, Influenza, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, Asthma, COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Lung Cancer, Respiratory Nursing, Pulmonary Disorders, Breath Sounds, Smoking Cessation, Inhaler Technique, Medical Surgical Nursing, Adult Health Nursing, ATI Review, HESI Review, NCLEX Review, Nursing Exam Questions, Verified Answers

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Hypoxia - ANSWER ✔✔Low oxygen saturation of the body, not

enough oxygen in the blood


hypoxemia - ANSWER ✔✔deficient amount of oxygen in the blood

pao2 less than 60, sao2 less than 90


Dyspena - ANSWER ✔✔difficult or labored breathing, subjective


Respitory Assessment - ANSWER ✔✔How do they appear? Skin

color, sweating, temperature•

,Alert and oriented or confused?•

Are they working very hard to breathe?•

Nares are patent, no visible mucous obstructing breathing•

Are the mucous membranes intact?•

Shape of chest should be symmetrical, movements should be

symmetrical.•

Obtain vital signs. Count the respirations without the patient knowing


tactile fremitus (palpation) - ANSWER ✔✔Palpable vibration from

patient speaking "99"

Felt at 2nd intercostal space

Decreased vibration = Excess air or accumulation of fluid

Increased vibration = solid mass or consolidation of secretions or

infections


palpate trachea - ANSWER ✔✔Trachea is midline and freely

movable, neck is supple and without masses


normal lung sounds - ANSWER ✔✔bronchial, bronchovesicular,

vesicular


Abnormal lung sounds - ANSWER ✔✔Rales = fluid in the bases (LA)

, Wheezing = bronchial constriction (LA)

Rhonchi = large amount of secretion (midlung)

Stridor = obstruction in (UA)


Artieral Blood Gas - ANSWER ✔✔a blood test measures the gases in

your blood it records bicarb, co2, ph and pao2 (invasive)


pulse oximetry - ANSWER ✔✔An assessment tool that measures

oxygen saturation of hemoglobin in the capillary beds. (non-invasive)


Respiratory age related concerns - ANSWER ✔✔Osteoporosis,

kyphosis, stiffening of muscles and bones• Decrease in strength of

diaphragm, intercostals•

Decreased tissue elasticity•

Airway reactivity combined with delayed response to bronchodilators•

Decreased cough reflex•

Increased neutrophil activity combined with decreased production of

macrophages


Nasal cannula flow rate - ANSWER ✔✔1-6 L/min


24-44%




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