(GCU) includes accurate and verified questions
covering foundational nursing concepts such as the
nursing process, critical thinking, patient safety,
communication, evidence based practice.
Whats a safety precaution to tell the patient on O2? - <<<correct
answer>>>never smoke while near oxygen tank or when receiving O2
TRUE or FALSE: the six rights of medication administration do not
pertain to oxygen administration. - <<<correct answer>>>FALSE
O2 has dangerous side effects such as oxygen toxicity
Why would a plastic face mask with a reservoir bag be used? - <<<correct
answer>>>to administer higher concentrations of oxygen
When would a simple face mask be used? - <<<correct answer>>>for short-
term oxygen therapy
,What are restorative and continuing care techniques used in patients in
need of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation? - <<<correct answer>>>-Controlled
physical exercise
-Nutrition counseling
-Relaxation and stress management
-Medications
-Oxygen
-Compliance
-Systemic hydration
(results in improved activity tolerance)
What are three breathing exercises used to improve ventilation and
oxygenation? - <<<correct answer>>>1. deep-breathing and coughing
exercises
2. pursed-lip breathing
3. diaphragmatic breathing
What types of patients would benefit from diaphragmatic breathing
exercises? - <<<correct answer>>>those with pulmonary disease,
postoperative patients, and women in labor to promote relaxation and
provide pain control.
, TRUE or FALSE: stripping or milking chest tubes is not evidence based
practice. - <<<correct answer>>>TRUE
TRUE or FALSE: patients with sudden changes in their vital signs, LOC, or
behavior are possibly experiencing profound hypoxia. - <<<correct
answer>>>TRUE
TRUE or FALSE: perform tracheal suctioning before pharyngeal
suctioning once per shift. - <<<correct answer>>>FALSE
whenever possible **
TRUE or FALSE: using caution is not necessary when suctioning patients
with a head injury. - <<<correct answer>>>FALSE
is necessary*