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Respiratory Disorders and Care Questions and answers What are the main systems involved in the mechanics of breathing? Nervous system, Musculoskeletal system, Cardiovascular system, and Respiratory system. Which part of the brain regulates breathing? The medulla oblongata. What is hypercapnia? An increase in carbon dioxide levels in the blood. What is hypoxia? A deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues. Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system? ...

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5 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Anatomy, Pathophysiology, and Treatments Exam Questions and answers Oxygenation - Providing oxygen to body Ventilation - Movement of air in and out of lungs Respiration - Gas exchange of O2 and CO2 Hypoxia - Not enough oxygen in tissues Hypoxemia - Not enough oxygen in blood (arteries) Nasopharynx - Extends from the posterior nares to soft palate Oropharynx - Space between soft palate and base of tongue

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7 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders: Asthma and COPD Exam Questions and answers What is asthma? A chronic reactive airway disease that may cause severe lower airway obstruction and death. What are the main symptoms of asthma? Recurrent episodes of shortness of breath (SOB), difficulty breathing, chest tightness, coughing (especially at night), and wheezing. What is the pathophysiology of asthma? Asthmatic airways are in a constant state of inflammation and hypersensitivity, with eosinophils, ...

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5 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Exam Questions and answers Common cold - Respiratory infection caused by chilling, fatigue, lack of sleep, or poor nutrition. Symptoms of common cold - Runny nose, cough, sneeze, fever, fatigue. Treatment for common cold - Rest, drink warm liquids, fruit juice, and good nutrition. Prevention of common cold - Hand washing is best. Laryngitis - Inflammation of the larynx, secondary to respiratory infection. Symptoms of laryngiti...

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4 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Nursing Care Exam Questions and answers What is sinusitis? Inflammation of the sinuses, most often the maxillary and frontal sinuses; can be acute or chronic. What are common causes of sinusitis? Bacteria, viruses, or rarely, fungi. What are the clinical manifestations of sinusitis? Pain/heaviness over the affected sinus, purulent drainage from the nose, fever, or elevated WBC. What complications can arise from sinusitis? ...

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9 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments Exam Questions and answers Atelectasis - Atelectasis is the partial or complete collapse of a lung or a section (lobe) of a lung. Causes of Atelectasis - It can be caused by airway obstruction, pressure from outside the lung, or a lack of surfactant in newborns. Symptoms of Atelectasis - Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, rapid breathing, and cyanosis (bluish color of the skin due to lack of oxygen). Treatment for Atel...

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3 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

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11 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

Brainbarter

Respiratory Disorders Test Questions with Verified Answers A 60 year old patient reports chronic cough and sputum production. He has a long history of exposure to secondhand cigarette smoke from his wife. What diagnosis is most likely? A. Lung cancer B. Emphysema C. COPD D. Allergic cough - ANS -C. COPD COPD must be considered in anyone with a hx of chronic cough and sputum production, dyspnea at rest or exertion, and hx of exposure to tobacco smoke` The most common cause of pneumonia ...

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12 pages

Written in 2024/2025

Grade A+

MERCYTRISHIA

The Respiratory Disorders course delves into the study of diseases and conditions affecting the respiratory system, including the lungs, airways, and associated structures. Topics typically covered include the pathophysiology of respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer, as well as the diagnostic and treatment strategies used in clinical practice. The course also emphasizes preventive care, rehabilitation, and the impact of environmental and occupational...

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11 pages

Written in 2024/2025

Grade A+

Schoolflix

The Respiratory Disorders course delves into the study of diseases and conditions affecting the respiratory system, including the lungs, airways, and associated structures. Topics typically covered include the pathophysiology of respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer, as well as the diagnostic and treatment strategies used in clinical practice. The course also emphasizes preventive care, rehabilitation, and the impact of environmental and occupational...

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21 pages

Written in 2024/2025

Grade A+

Schoolflix

The Respiratory Disorders course delves into the study of diseases and conditions affecting the respiratory system, including the lungs, airways, and associated structures. Topics typically covered include the pathophysiology of respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer, as well as the diagnostic and treatment strategies used in clinical practice. The course also emphasizes preventive care, rehabilitation, and the impact of environmental and occupational...

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51 pages

Written in 2024/2025

Grade A+

Schoolflix

Respiratory system - Correct Answer - Upper: (contains flora that acts as first line of defense) nose/mouth (includes nasal cavity cilia), nasopharynx (back of nasal cavity; includes tonsils which are part of the mononuclear phagocyte system), oropharynx (back of the mouth) - Laryngeal pharynx: includes larynx, vocal cords, epiglottis - Lower: (is sterile) trachea (kept stable by c-shape rings or cartilage), bronchi/bronchioles, alveoli (air-sacs where gas exchange takes place) Respiratory...

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16 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Lydiah247

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papersmaster01

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 han...

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3 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

papersmaster01

Respiratory Disorders 2024 EXAM WITH DETAILED ANSWERS

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25 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

NURSE964

Influenza: Manifestations - Nasopharyngeal inflammation, viral upper respiratory tract infection Rapid onset: malaise (develops in matter of minutes) abrupt onset of chills --> fever--> muscle aches -->headache Respiratory: dry nonproductive cough, sore throat, substernal burning coryza Coryza - Clear, watery secretions lead to nasal inflammation and profuse nasal discharge...this is called Coryza

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5 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Superjude08