Exam 2: NU158 NU 158 Latest Medical-Surgical

Exam 2: NU158 / NU 158 (Latest

2025 / 2026) Medical-Surgical Nursing I | Questions & Answers | 100 % Correct | Grade A - Galen

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What is tonsillitis caused by?

Answer:

Strep staph flu

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What do you assess for after a tonsillectomy

Answer:

Check for drainage from mouth, vomitus, and stool for signs of bleeding

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acute bronchitis

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Inflammation of the large bronchi, usually caused by viruses or bacteria, that lasts for several days or weeks

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Influenza

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Viral infection that attacks the upper and lower respiratory systems

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pneumonia

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inflammatory condition of the lung affecting primarily the alveoli, usually caused by a Bacterial infection

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pleurisy

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Inflammation of the Pleural linings of the thoracic cavity

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pleural infusion

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fluid accumulation in the pleural cavity (can be a complication of pleurisy)

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pulmonary embolism (PE)

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Can be fat, air bubble, or blood clot that travels from other parts of the body to the lungs

(Complication of a DVT)

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emphysema

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narrowed airways cause enlarged alveoli due to trapped air (difficult to exhale)

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chronic bronchitis

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increased mucus production due to inflamed mucosa

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Asthma

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caused by inflammation and hypersensitivity to stimuli

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Precipitating factors of asthma cause what?

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bronchospasms and edema

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bronchitis breath sounds

Answer:

Ronchi and wheezing

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