Respiratory Disorders Questions from ATI and NCLEX Accurate 100%(RATED A+)

An RN performed an ABG sampling at 0930 on a client who is receiving heparin by continuous IV infusion. The LPN working with the RN was asked to maintain pressure on the puncture site. At which time should the LPN remove pressure? - ANSWER0950 A nurse is caring for a client who had an ABG sampling obtained from the left wrist an hour ago. For which of the following potential complications should the nurse report? - ANSWERloss of pulse in the left radial artery change in color of the left hand Which of the following can cause a low pulse ox reading? - ANSWERNail Polish Inadequate peripheral circulation Edema A nurse is caring for a client following a bronchoscopy. Which of the following client findings should the nurse report to the charge nurse? - ANSWERBronchospasms A newly licensed nurse has set up the clients room for thoracentesis. Which pieces of equipment should the nurse include? - ANSWEROxygen Equipment Pulse Oximeter Thoracentesis Tray A nurse is preparing to receive a client from surgery who has a chest tube inserted. Which of the following items should the nurse have available in the clients room? - ANSWERPulse OX Sterile saline rubber-tipped clamps suction source A nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube When she notices the chest tube has been removed. Which of the following is the FIRST action the nurse should take? - ANSWERCover the insertion site with a dry sterile gauze A nurse is checking the functioning of a chest drainage system. Which are expected finding? - ANSWERGentle constant bubbling in the suction control chamber Rise and fall in the level of water in the water seal chamber Fluid level is marked in drainage chamber with date and time