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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+

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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

Prepare for exams with a comprehensive Respiratory Disorders Study Guide & Exam Review designed to support focused learning and effective revision. Review essential concepts related to common respiratory conditions, including pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic considerations, treatment principles, complications, and nursing care. Strengthen your understanding of respiratory assessment, oxygen therapy, airway management, patient monitoring, and important respiratory ter...

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27 pages

Written in 2026/2027

Grade A+

EduGeniusHub

Comprehensive respiratory disorders RN practice questions with solution, featuring verified answers designed to help nursing students master respiratory conditions, strengthen clinical reasoning, and excel in nursing exams in 2026/ 2027.

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9 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

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Respiratory Disorders (e.g., COPD, Pneumonia) Exam Questions And Correct Answers (Verified Answers) Plus Rationales 2025/2026 Q&A | Instant Download Pdf

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32 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

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Respiratory Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Treatments Questions and answers What is acute bronchitis? Inflammation of the bronchi in the lower respiratory tract, often caused by viral infections. What are common symptoms of acute bronchitis? Productive cough, dyspnea on exertion, wheezing, fever, chest pain, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat. What is the primary cause of acute bronchitis? Most cases are viral in origin, often following a viral infection. What is the re...

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9 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders review Questions and answers What is the main sequence of priorities for nurses when assessing respiratory problems? - Airway → Breathing → Oxygenation → Circulation What is the first step in the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM)? - Recognize Cues What is the priority nursing action for a patient experiencing epistaxis? - Sit the client upright and lean forward to prevent blood from entering the airway. What are common causes of epistaxis? - Dry...

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3 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers

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7 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers Asthma - 1) Intermittent & reversible airflow obstruction affects only the airways, not the alveoli 2) Airway obstruction occurs due to inflammation & airway hyper-responsiveness 3) Often triggered by: a) Cold temperature b) Respiratory infections c) Vigorous exercise d) Emotional stress Status Asthmaticus - a) Life-threatening: intensifies once it begins & often does not respond to common therapy. b) If not reversed, may develop pn...

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7 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory disorders Questions and answers pertussis - whooping cough. apnea - temporary absence of breathing. common cold - Acute, viral, and highly contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. asthma - A chronic allergic disorder characterized by episodes of severe breathing difficulty, coughing, and wheezing. asbestosis - asbestos particles accumulate in the lungs pleurisy - inflammation of the pleura membrane pneumothorax - A condition in which air enters the p...

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2 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers What is acute bronchitis? - Inflammation of mucous membranes caused by infections such as Haemophilus influenzae and Streptococcus pneumoniae. What are common assessment findings in acute bronchitis? - Fever, chills, malaise, headache, dry cough, and mucopurulent sputum. What is the medical management for acute bronchitis? - Includes bed rest, antipyretics, expectorants, antitussives, increased fluids, and antibiotics. What is pneumonia? ...

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5 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers Upper respiratory structures - nose, mouth, sinuses, pharynx, larynx Lower respiratory structures - trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, Lungs, alveoli Respiratory control center - medulla oblongata Common symptoms - dyspnea, orthopnea, apnea, wheezing, hypoxemia, cyanosis, sneezing, coughing, nasal discharge Triage - respiratory - always check airway and for breathing - severe difficulty breathing always first upper respiratory infection - i...

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3 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers What is the primary breathing pattern of newborns? Newborns are obligatory nose breathers. How does the child's larynx differ from that of adults? A child's larynx is more flexible and easily stimulated to spasm. What is a common respiratory assessment technique? Auscultation of the anterior and posterior chest. What are crackles (rales) indicative of during auscultation? Crackles result from air moving through fluid-filled alveol...

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3 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers Dr. Jones prescribes albuterol sulfate (Proventil) for a patient with newly diagnose asthma. When teaching the patient about this drug, the nurse should explain that it may cause: A. Nasal congestion B. Nervousness C. Lethargy D. Hyperkalemia - B. Nervousness Albuterol may cause nervousness. The inhaled form of the drug may cause dryness and irritation of the nose and throat. Hypokalemia may occur with high doses. Other adverse ef...

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14 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers B. Patients with chronic illnesses generally have poor immune systems. Often, residing in a group living situations increases the chance of disease transmission. Adequate fluid intake, adequate nutrition, and proper oral hygiene help maintain normal defenses and can reduce the incidence of getting such diseases as pneumonia. - Which factor will most contribute to a patient's development of pneumonia in conjunction with a chronic illness? ...

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24 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Questions and answers upper respiratory tract - nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx lower respiratory tract - trachea, bronchi, lungs dyspnea - difficult or labored breathing hemotypsis - coughing up blood purulent - containing pus endoscopy - examination inside a body cavity with a flexible camera thoracentesis - puncture of the chest wall with a needle to obtain fluid from the pleural cavity

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4 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory disorders Questions and answers epistaxis (nosebleed) causes - dry, cracked mucosa - trauma - hypertension - hemophilia (decreased clotting ability) - meds - forceful nose picking - tumors - picking nose *more severe if in posterior part of nose interventions for epistaxis - position upright and leaning forward - direct pressure - ice (vasoconstriction) - vasoconstrictive agent: if ice doesn't work - nasal packing: petroleum jelly gauze - nasal balloon catheter: for pressure...

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20 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management for Pneumonia, Asthma, and COPD Questions and answers What are respiratory diseases? Diseases and disorders of the airways and lungs that affect respiration. What is the primary inflammatory response in respiratory infections? Hyperemia and swelling of the mucous lining, causing difficulty in respiration. What can chronic respiratory conditions lead to? Fibrosis, loss of elasticity, impaired oxygen uptake, and carbo...

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6 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Overview Exam Questions and answers Asthma - Wheezing, chest tightness, dyspnea that comes and goes, triggered by allergens, cold air, exercise, improves with bronchodilators. Chronic Bronchitis - Productive cough for years, thick mucus, cyanosis, frequent infections, overweight, smoker. Emphysema - Dyspnea, minimal cough, barrel chest, weight loss, pursed-lip breathing. COPD - Chronic smoker, progressive dyspnea, wheezing, crackles, frequent exacerbations. ...

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3 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders NCLEX Questions and answers A male patient has a sucking stab wound to the chest. Which action should the nurse take first? ADrawing blood for a hematocrit and hemoglobin level BApplying a dressing over the wound and taping it on three sides CPreparing a chest tube insertion tray DPreparing to start an I.V. line - B A male patient is admitted to the health care facility for treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Which nursing diagnosis is most ...

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14 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders Exam Questions and answers disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of upper airway obstruction OSA OSA obstructive sleep apnea OSA causes --- of breathing during sleep cessation OSA is caused by repetitive upper airway --- obstruction OSA can affect --- function cognitive OSA is at least --- obstructive events per hour

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12 pages

Written in 2025/2026

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NursingAcademy

Respiratory Disorders and Nursing Care Questions and answers What are the categories of respiratory disorders? Infectious, Restrictive, Obstructive, Pulmonary Vascular Disorders, Trauma, Respiratory Failure, Lung Cancer, Thoracic Surgery. What is acute bronchitis? Inflammation of the bronchial tree, usually caused by a virus, leading to excess mucus production and congested airways. What defines chronic bronchitis? Bronchitis that occurs more than 3 months out of the year for 2...

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13 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

NursingAcademy