NUR 514 EXAM 3 Study Questions
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1. What is pleural effusion? - ANSWER fluid in the pleural space
2. What is bacteremia? - ANSWER bacteria in the blood
3. What is a pneumothorax? - ANSWER air in pleural space surrounding a
collapsed lung
4. What is empyema? - ANSWER purulent exudate in pleural space
5. What are the diagnostic tests for pneumonia? - ANSWER CXR, blood
culture/sputum analysis, CBC with differential (WBC >15k), pulse
oximetry, ABGs, thoracentesis, bronchoscopy
6. What are nursing interventions for pneumonia? - ANSWER evaluate
respiratory rate/rhythm/depth of respirations, auscultate lungs, control pain,
SpO2 >95%, monitor sputum, hydration, incentive spirometer
7. What are nutritional considerations for pneumonia? - ANSWER adequate
hydration (thins and loosens secretions), high calorie, small frequent meals,
monitor for weight loss, elevate HOB (aspiration)
,8. What is COPD? - ANSWER airflow limitation is not fully reversible,
abnormal inflammatory response of lungs
usually progressive
3rd leading cause of death in USA
9. What are the risk factors for COPD? - ANSWER cigarette smoking,
occupational chemicals/dust, air pollution, severe recurring respiratory
infections, α1-antitrypsin deficiency (protein made in the liver to help
protect the lungs)
10.What are the complications of COPD? - ANSWER Cor pulmonale (right
HF secondary to pulmonary hypertension), exacerbations of COPD, acute
respiratory failure, respiratory infections, peptic ulcer disease,
depression/anxiety
11.What is subjective data when analyzing COPD? - ANSWER smoking,
anorexia/weight loss, fatigue, orthopnea, anxiety, headaches
12.What is objective data when analyzing COPD? - ANSWER restlessness,
pallor, rapid/shallow breathing, use of short sentences,
tachycardia/dysrhythmias, abnormal ABGs, muscle atrophy
13.What are diagnostic tests used for COPD? - ANSWER diagnosis confirmed
by spirometry (increased residual volume, FEV1/FVC ratio <70%)
CXR- hyperinflation of alveoli
,Alpha1 antitrypsin levels
14.What is the treatment of COPD? - ANSWER short acting bronchodilators,
oral systemic corticosteroids, antibiotics, supplemental oxygen therapy
(NOT MORE THAN 2 LITERS- alters the drive to breathe!!!!!)
15.What is sarcoma? - ANSWER originates from muscle, bone, or connective
tissues
ewing sarcoma, osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, fibrosarcoma
16.What is lymphoma? - ANSWER originates from lymph system
hodgkin lymphoma, non-hodgkin lymphoma
17.What is leukemia & myeloma? - ANSWER originates from hematopoietic
system
acute or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (ALL, CLL), acute or chronic myeloid
leukemia (AML, CML)
18.What are the consequences of malignant neoplasia? - ANSWER fatigue,
weight loss, pain, organ failure, death, fear, stress, anxiety, changes in
family dynamics, financial challenges, changes in self-image and
interpersonal relationships
19.What are examples of primary prevention when thinking of cancer? -
ANSWER healthy diet/health weight, regular physical activity, have annual
, health examinations, avoidance of excessive sunlight exposure, get adequate
rest, limit alcohol use, smoking cessation, eliminate/reduce/cope with stress
20.What are examples of secondary prevention when thinking of cancer? -
ANSWER practice recommended cancer screenings, practice self-
examination, know "7 Warning Signs of Cancer", seek medical care if
cancer is suspected, prophylactic surgery for genetic risks, lifestyle habits to
reduce risks
early diagnosis and screening- mammogram, prostate-specific antigen,
colonoscopy, guaiac test for occult blood
21.Describe diagnosis surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER biopsy or removal of masses
22.Describe curative surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
removing entire neoplasm before it can grow/metastasize
23.Describe control surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
reducing tumor mass to improve success of chemo/radiation
24.Describe palliative surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER relieving obstructions/painful tumors to improve QOL
25.Describe reconstructive surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER repairing areas damaged by cancer/cancer surgery
26.Describe chemotherapy in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
used to decrease number of cancer cells 🡪 inhibit cell replication
with 100% Correct Answers
Already Graded A+
1. What is pleural effusion? - ANSWER fluid in the pleural space
2. What is bacteremia? - ANSWER bacteria in the blood
3. What is a pneumothorax? - ANSWER air in pleural space surrounding a
collapsed lung
4. What is empyema? - ANSWER purulent exudate in pleural space
5. What are the diagnostic tests for pneumonia? - ANSWER CXR, blood
culture/sputum analysis, CBC with differential (WBC >15k), pulse
oximetry, ABGs, thoracentesis, bronchoscopy
6. What are nursing interventions for pneumonia? - ANSWER evaluate
respiratory rate/rhythm/depth of respirations, auscultate lungs, control pain,
SpO2 >95%, monitor sputum, hydration, incentive spirometer
7. What are nutritional considerations for pneumonia? - ANSWER adequate
hydration (thins and loosens secretions), high calorie, small frequent meals,
monitor for weight loss, elevate HOB (aspiration)
,8. What is COPD? - ANSWER airflow limitation is not fully reversible,
abnormal inflammatory response of lungs
usually progressive
3rd leading cause of death in USA
9. What are the risk factors for COPD? - ANSWER cigarette smoking,
occupational chemicals/dust, air pollution, severe recurring respiratory
infections, α1-antitrypsin deficiency (protein made in the liver to help
protect the lungs)
10.What are the complications of COPD? - ANSWER Cor pulmonale (right
HF secondary to pulmonary hypertension), exacerbations of COPD, acute
respiratory failure, respiratory infections, peptic ulcer disease,
depression/anxiety
11.What is subjective data when analyzing COPD? - ANSWER smoking,
anorexia/weight loss, fatigue, orthopnea, anxiety, headaches
12.What is objective data when analyzing COPD? - ANSWER restlessness,
pallor, rapid/shallow breathing, use of short sentences,
tachycardia/dysrhythmias, abnormal ABGs, muscle atrophy
13.What are diagnostic tests used for COPD? - ANSWER diagnosis confirmed
by spirometry (increased residual volume, FEV1/FVC ratio <70%)
CXR- hyperinflation of alveoli
,Alpha1 antitrypsin levels
14.What is the treatment of COPD? - ANSWER short acting bronchodilators,
oral systemic corticosteroids, antibiotics, supplemental oxygen therapy
(NOT MORE THAN 2 LITERS- alters the drive to breathe!!!!!)
15.What is sarcoma? - ANSWER originates from muscle, bone, or connective
tissues
ewing sarcoma, osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, fibrosarcoma
16.What is lymphoma? - ANSWER originates from lymph system
hodgkin lymphoma, non-hodgkin lymphoma
17.What is leukemia & myeloma? - ANSWER originates from hematopoietic
system
acute or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (ALL, CLL), acute or chronic myeloid
leukemia (AML, CML)
18.What are the consequences of malignant neoplasia? - ANSWER fatigue,
weight loss, pain, organ failure, death, fear, stress, anxiety, changes in
family dynamics, financial challenges, changes in self-image and
interpersonal relationships
19.What are examples of primary prevention when thinking of cancer? -
ANSWER healthy diet/health weight, regular physical activity, have annual
, health examinations, avoidance of excessive sunlight exposure, get adequate
rest, limit alcohol use, smoking cessation, eliminate/reduce/cope with stress
20.What are examples of secondary prevention when thinking of cancer? -
ANSWER practice recommended cancer screenings, practice self-
examination, know "7 Warning Signs of Cancer", seek medical care if
cancer is suspected, prophylactic surgery for genetic risks, lifestyle habits to
reduce risks
early diagnosis and screening- mammogram, prostate-specific antigen,
colonoscopy, guaiac test for occult blood
21.Describe diagnosis surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER biopsy or removal of masses
22.Describe curative surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
removing entire neoplasm before it can grow/metastasize
23.Describe control surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
reducing tumor mass to improve success of chemo/radiation
24.Describe palliative surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER relieving obstructions/painful tumors to improve QOL
25.Describe reconstructive surgery in relation to the treatment of cancer. -
ANSWER repairing areas damaged by cancer/cancer surgery
26.Describe chemotherapy in relation to the treatment of cancer. - ANSWER
used to decrease number of cancer cells 🡪 inhibit cell replication
