FRANDSEN CHAPTER 31 DRUG THERAPY FOR ASTHMA AND
BRONCHOCONSTRICTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
The alveolar cells that synthesize pulmonary surfactant is the: - ANS ✔✔Type II alveolar cell
During the oxygenation process, unoxygenated blood is received from the right ventricle by the alveoli.
The delivery of this blood is referred to as what? - ANS ✔✔Perfusion
In such disorders as asthma, anaphylaxis, mechanical stimulation, and ARDS, allergens, inhaled irritants,
or other factors such as exercise and emotions trigger the immediate release of: - ANS ✔✔histamine.
After teaching a group of students about zafirlukast, the students demonstrate understanding when they
identify which of the following as possible adverse effects? Select all that apply. - ANS ✔✔• Vomiting
• Myalgia
• Dizziness
A client who presented with shortness of breath and difficulty climbing stairs has been diagnosed with
pulmonary fibrosis, a disease characterized by scarring of the alveoli. What would her care team
anticipate when observing her breathing? - ANS ✔✔Short, shallow breaths
A male client is experiencing dysphasia secondary to a mild stroke that he had 3 weeks ago. He states
that his asthma medications are not working as well or as long as they did in the past. What does the
nurse suspect is the reason for this? - ANS ✔✔He is crushing the medication.
The nurse has just finished teaching a 15-year-old patient how to use an inhaler to treat asthma. What
statement, made by the patient, suggests that the patient understands the teaching? - ANS ✔✔"I need
to shake the inhaler well before taking the medication."
The squad transported the victim of an MVI to your trauma center, intubated and unresponsive. In short
order, the patient is connected to a vent and transferred to ICU. His head and neck injuries could be
affecting his respiratory rate and depth, suggesting possible injury to his: - ANS ✔✔Medulla oblongata.
Why are inhaled steroids used to treat asthma and COPD? - ANS ✔✔They act locally to decrease release
of inflammatory mediators
The pulmonologist sees many patients daily who suffer from a variety of respiratory disorders. What are
some of the common signs and symptoms many of these patients present? (Select all that apply.) - ANS
✔✔• Increased secretions
• Cough
• Mucosal congestion
What is the most effective method used to monitor clients with asthma that they can use at home? -
ANS ✔✔Peak-flow monitor
BRONCHOCONSTRICTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
The alveolar cells that synthesize pulmonary surfactant is the: - ANS ✔✔Type II alveolar cell
During the oxygenation process, unoxygenated blood is received from the right ventricle by the alveoli.
The delivery of this blood is referred to as what? - ANS ✔✔Perfusion
In such disorders as asthma, anaphylaxis, mechanical stimulation, and ARDS, allergens, inhaled irritants,
or other factors such as exercise and emotions trigger the immediate release of: - ANS ✔✔histamine.
After teaching a group of students about zafirlukast, the students demonstrate understanding when they
identify which of the following as possible adverse effects? Select all that apply. - ANS ✔✔• Vomiting
• Myalgia
• Dizziness
A client who presented with shortness of breath and difficulty climbing stairs has been diagnosed with
pulmonary fibrosis, a disease characterized by scarring of the alveoli. What would her care team
anticipate when observing her breathing? - ANS ✔✔Short, shallow breaths
A male client is experiencing dysphasia secondary to a mild stroke that he had 3 weeks ago. He states
that his asthma medications are not working as well or as long as they did in the past. What does the
nurse suspect is the reason for this? - ANS ✔✔He is crushing the medication.
The nurse has just finished teaching a 15-year-old patient how to use an inhaler to treat asthma. What
statement, made by the patient, suggests that the patient understands the teaching? - ANS ✔✔"I need
to shake the inhaler well before taking the medication."
The squad transported the victim of an MVI to your trauma center, intubated and unresponsive. In short
order, the patient is connected to a vent and transferred to ICU. His head and neck injuries could be
affecting his respiratory rate and depth, suggesting possible injury to his: - ANS ✔✔Medulla oblongata.
Why are inhaled steroids used to treat asthma and COPD? - ANS ✔✔They act locally to decrease release
of inflammatory mediators
The pulmonologist sees many patients daily who suffer from a variety of respiratory disorders. What are
some of the common signs and symptoms many of these patients present? (Select all that apply.) - ANS
✔✔• Increased secretions
• Cough
• Mucosal congestion
What is the most effective method used to monitor clients with asthma that they can use at home? -
ANS ✔✔Peak-flow monitor
