CNUR 305 Final Exam
Complete Practice and Preparation
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Detailed Correct Answers
A client who typically has normal ABG values is found to have a PaO2 of 73
mmHg. Which classification of hypoxia exists?
A. Mild
B. No hypoxia is present
C. Moderate
D. Severe
ANSWER: A. Mild
An increase in bicarbonate would have which effect on the pH?
A. More acidic.
B. More alkaline.
C. More neutral.
D. No change.
ANSWER: B. More alkaline.
An increased anion gap reflects which condition?
A. Increased serum osmolality
B. Increased renal excretion of sodium
,C. Decreased excretion or increased production of acids
D. Inability of the kidneys to concentrate urine
ANSWER: C. Decreased excretion or increased production of acids
Calcium is absorbed in the intestines, under the influence of what nutrient?
A. Phosphorus
B. Vitamin D.
C. Sodium.
D. Vitamin C.
ANSWER: B. Vitamin D.
Capillary, hydrostatic pressure is the pressure exerted by which element?
A. Plasma proteins in the capillaries.
B. Fluid in the interstitial spaces.
C. Plasma proteins in the interstitial spaces.
D. Fluid moving through the capillaries
ANSWER: D. Fluid moving through the capillaries.
Chloride levels closely follow the levels of what other electrolyte?
A. K+
B. Na+
C. Ca++
, D. Mg++
ANSWER: B. Na+
Client situations associated with respiratory alkalosis include which
condition?
A. Sedation.
B. Neuromuscular blockade
C. Pulmonary edema.
D. Anxiety.
ANSWER: D. Anxiety.
Colorimetric capnography uses which measure to estimate EtCO2?
A. pH
B. PaCO2
C. Inhaled CO2
D. HCO3
ANSWER: A. pH
During a physical assessment, it is noted that the client has pitting oedema
around the ankles, with 4 mm indentation that disappears within 10 seconds.
How should this be documented?
A. 1+ pitting edema
B. 2+ pitting edema
C. 3+ pitting edema
Complete Practice and Preparation
Guide with Verified Questions and
Detailed Correct Answers
A client who typically has normal ABG values is found to have a PaO2 of 73
mmHg. Which classification of hypoxia exists?
A. Mild
B. No hypoxia is present
C. Moderate
D. Severe
ANSWER: A. Mild
An increase in bicarbonate would have which effect on the pH?
A. More acidic.
B. More alkaline.
C. More neutral.
D. No change.
ANSWER: B. More alkaline.
An increased anion gap reflects which condition?
A. Increased serum osmolality
B. Increased renal excretion of sodium
,C. Decreased excretion or increased production of acids
D. Inability of the kidneys to concentrate urine
ANSWER: C. Decreased excretion or increased production of acids
Calcium is absorbed in the intestines, under the influence of what nutrient?
A. Phosphorus
B. Vitamin D.
C. Sodium.
D. Vitamin C.
ANSWER: B. Vitamin D.
Capillary, hydrostatic pressure is the pressure exerted by which element?
A. Plasma proteins in the capillaries.
B. Fluid in the interstitial spaces.
C. Plasma proteins in the interstitial spaces.
D. Fluid moving through the capillaries
ANSWER: D. Fluid moving through the capillaries.
Chloride levels closely follow the levels of what other electrolyte?
A. K+
B. Na+
C. Ca++
, D. Mg++
ANSWER: B. Na+
Client situations associated with respiratory alkalosis include which
condition?
A. Sedation.
B. Neuromuscular blockade
C. Pulmonary edema.
D. Anxiety.
ANSWER: D. Anxiety.
Colorimetric capnography uses which measure to estimate EtCO2?
A. pH
B. PaCO2
C. Inhaled CO2
D. HCO3
ANSWER: A. pH
During a physical assessment, it is noted that the client has pitting oedema
around the ankles, with 4 mm indentation that disappears within 10 seconds.
How should this be documented?
A. 1+ pitting edema
B. 2+ pitting edema
C. 3+ pitting edema
