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NUR 265 Exam 2 Questions
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63 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 63 verified exam questions with correct answers and detailed rationales, focusing
on critical nursing concepts. It is designed to enhance understanding of respiratory management and
related complications, making it suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification readiness.
Students can effectively utilize this resource to reinforce their knowledge and ensure mastery of essential
nursing topics.
CONTENTS
01 Ventilator Management Q1–Q14
02 Chest Tubes and Alarms Q15–Q17
03 Pulmonary Conditions Q18–Q37
Page 1
, 04 Endocrine Disorders Q38–Q54
05 Diabetic Emergencies Q55–Q63
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 63
How is an ET tube placement confirmed?
CORRECT ANSWER
From first to last
ETCO2 20-40mmHg
Chest symmetry
Listen to left/right/abdomen
Chest X-Ray
RATIONALE
Confirmation of endotracheal tube placement relies on multiple assessment methods including capnography to
detect exhaled carbon dioxide, auscultation of lung fields for bilateral breath sounds, and chest X-ray for visual
verification, ensuring proper positioning within the trachea and avoiding misplacement in the esophagus or
bronchus. These techniques collectively validate adequate ventilation and oxygenation, which are critical for patient
safety during respiratory support.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 63
Describe the A/C vent mode.
CORRECT ANSWER
The vent does everything for the patient. It delivers a set amount of breaths per minute
RATIONALE
In A/C (Assist-Control) vent mode, the ventilator provides a pre-set number of mandatory breaths and allows the
patient to initiate additional breaths, ensuring adequate ventilation and oxygenation while reducing the work of
breathing. This mode is particularly beneficial for patients with respiratory failure, as it supports their respiratory
needs while maintaining control over ventilation parameters.
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, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 63
Describe SIMV vent mode.
CORRECT ANSWER
The pt attempts to breath and the vent assists with their breaths
RATIONALE
SIMV (Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation) allows the patient to initiate breaths while the ventilator
provides support for each assisted breath, promoting respiratory muscle training and reducing ventilator
dependence. This mode enhances patient comfort and synchrony by delivering mandatory breaths in sync with the
patient's spontaneous efforts.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 63
What are the different ventilator settings?
CORRECT ANSWER
Mode
FiO2
Rate
Tidal Volume (Vt)
PEEP
RATIONALE
Ventilator settings are crucial for optimizing gas exchange and supporting respiratory function, with parameters
such as mode determining the type of assist, FiO2 adjusting oxygen concentration, rate controlling breaths per
minute, tidal volume defining the amount of air delivered, and PEEP enhancing end-expiratory lung volume to
prevent alveolar collapse. Understanding these settings is for effective mechanical ventilation management.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 63
What is PEEP?
CORRECT ANSWER
It is positive pressure that tells the alveoli in the lungs to stay open a little longer. It helps with gas exchange.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NUR 265 Exam 2 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Latest Verified Exam
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
63 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 63 verified exam questions with correct answers and detailed rationales, focusing
on critical nursing concepts. It is designed to enhance understanding of respiratory management and
related complications, making it suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification readiness.
Students can effectively utilize this resource to reinforce their knowledge and ensure mastery of essential
nursing topics.
CONTENTS
01 Ventilator Management Q1–Q14
02 Chest Tubes and Alarms Q15–Q17
03 Pulmonary Conditions Q18–Q37
Page 1
, 04 Endocrine Disorders Q38–Q54
05 Diabetic Emergencies Q55–Q63
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 63
How is an ET tube placement confirmed?
CORRECT ANSWER
From first to last
ETCO2 20-40mmHg
Chest symmetry
Listen to left/right/abdomen
Chest X-Ray
RATIONALE
Confirmation of endotracheal tube placement relies on multiple assessment methods including capnography to
detect exhaled carbon dioxide, auscultation of lung fields for bilateral breath sounds, and chest X-ray for visual
verification, ensuring proper positioning within the trachea and avoiding misplacement in the esophagus or
bronchus. These techniques collectively validate adequate ventilation and oxygenation, which are critical for patient
safety during respiratory support.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 63
Describe the A/C vent mode.
CORRECT ANSWER
The vent does everything for the patient. It delivers a set amount of breaths per minute
RATIONALE
In A/C (Assist-Control) vent mode, the ventilator provides a pre-set number of mandatory breaths and allows the
patient to initiate additional breaths, ensuring adequate ventilation and oxygenation while reducing the work of
breathing. This mode is particularly beneficial for patients with respiratory failure, as it supports their respiratory
needs while maintaining control over ventilation parameters.
Page 2
, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 63
Describe SIMV vent mode.
CORRECT ANSWER
The pt attempts to breath and the vent assists with their breaths
RATIONALE
SIMV (Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation) allows the patient to initiate breaths while the ventilator
provides support for each assisted breath, promoting respiratory muscle training and reducing ventilator
dependence. This mode enhances patient comfort and synchrony by delivering mandatory breaths in sync with the
patient's spontaneous efforts.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 63
What are the different ventilator settings?
CORRECT ANSWER
Mode
FiO2
Rate
Tidal Volume (Vt)
PEEP
RATIONALE
Ventilator settings are crucial for optimizing gas exchange and supporting respiratory function, with parameters
such as mode determining the type of assist, FiO2 adjusting oxygen concentration, rate controlling breaths per
minute, tidal volume defining the amount of air delivered, and PEEP enhancing end-expiratory lung volume to
prevent alveolar collapse. Understanding these settings is for effective mechanical ventilation management.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 63
What is PEEP?
CORRECT ANSWER
It is positive pressure that tells the alveoli in the lungs to stay open a little longer. It helps with gas exchange.
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