UPDATE - ACTUAL EXAM 200

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UPDATE - ACTUAL EXAM 200

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A bowel obstruction is divided into two basic categories: - CORRECT ANSWER: Mechanical and Non-mechanical

A common side effect from inhaled corticosteroids is - CORRECT ANSWER: thrush. the use of a spacer can help to avoid thrush.

A distended abdomen, a bloated sensation, and altered bowel sounds may indicate a -

CORRECT ANSWER: small bowel obstruction.

A lobectomy is the removal of an entire - CORRECT ANSWER: lobe of the lung.

Postoperatively, the remaining lung over expands to fill the open portion of the thoracic space.

A malignant tumor of the lung arising within the bronchial wall or epithelium. The lung is

a common site of - CORRECT ANSWER: metastasis from cancer elsewhere in the

body through venous circulation or lymphatic spread.

A pulmonary resection is preformed as treatment for - CORRECT ANSWER: lung

cancer

A sharp pain is felt in the lower right abdomen (RLQ) when the area is pressed on and then the pressure is quickly released. this is known as - CORRECT ANSWER: rebound tenderness. Pain is relieved by bending the knees

A stoma is created on the abdomen where an appliance is applied to - CORRECT

ANSWER: retain stool

Activity intolerance is improved by encouraging patients to - CORRECT ANSWER:

perform as much of their self-care as tolerated. If assessment findings worsen, document and notify the physician

Apnea increases the the carbon dioxide levels and decreases pH levels in the blood,

which stimulates the person to - CORRECT ANSWER: awaken and resume respirations

Asthma - CORRECT ANSWER: And inflammatory disorder of the airways

Asthma causes - CORRECT ANSWER: wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness,

and coughing. A sudden absence of wheezing may indicate occlusion and warrant immediate medical intervention 1 / 3

Asthma is treated with - CORRECT ANSWER: long-term control and quick relief

medicines. Long-tem control medicines help reduce airway inflammation and prevent asthma symptoms

Asthma treatment goal is to help patients identify - CORRECT ANSWER: triggers and avoid those substances and to decrease bronchial inflammation

Asthma: Discharge teaching includes the - CORRECT ANSWER: use of rescue medication, using a bronchodilator prior to exercise, and seeking help if peak expiratory flow reaches the red zone or frequently remains in the yellow zone

Augment the patient ability to cough effectively by - CORRECT ANSWER: splinting the patient's chest manually

Bariatric surgery is treatment for patients who have a - CORRECT ANSWER: BMI > 40

Blood, mucous, and pus can be noted in the stools of the patient with - CORRECT

ANSWER: ulcerative colitis as well as an urgent sensation to defecate

Bronchial breath sounds heard over the trachea has a - CORRECT ANSWER: higher,

louder pitch. Inspiration and expiration are equal and there is a pause between inspiration and expiration

Bronchovesicular breath sounds are located between the - CORRECT ANSWER:

scapula and have a moderate-pitched, blowing, sound with equal inspiratory and expiratory phase.

Cholecystectomy is removal of the - CORRECT ANSWER: gallbladder

Cholelithiasis, or gallstones, develop due to the inflammation of the - CORRECT

ANSWER: gallbladder, the inflammation is called cholecystitis

Cholelithiasis: The nursing assessment will include dietary preferences focusing on

consumption of - CORRECT ANSWER: fatty foods in relation to pain developing

Community-acquired pneumonia is usually caused by - CORRECT ANSWER:

Streptococcus pneumonia bacteria. Older adults with comorbidities who do not receive an influenza vaccine have an increased risk of developing community-acquired pneumonia.

Complications associated with malnutrition in adults include - CORRECT ANSWER:

muscle wasting, lethargy, intolerance to cold, edema, dry skin, or dermatitis, poor wound healing, infection, and possible death

COPD is the leading cause of - CORRECT ANSWER: death and illness worldwide 2 / 3

COPD patients suffers from - CORRECT ANSWER: chronic hypoxemia and

hypercapnia. Other manifestations may be cyanosis around the lips, neck vein distention, and pitting peripheral edema. Patients using accessory muscles when breathing should be evaluated immediately

COPD: Outcomes include improved breathing pattern, decreased inspiratory and

expiratory wheezing and decreasing dry, nonproductive cough, an oxygen saturation -

CORRECT ANSWER: >90, and ability to demonstrate how and when to use inhaled

medications.

Crohn's disease involves all of the - CORRECT ANSWER: intestines

Crohn's disease: Anxiety is - CORRECT ANSWER: common for newly diagnosed patients and therapeutic communication about the disease is critical to treatment

Crohn's disease: The patient who is acutely ill may need to have - CORRECT

ANSWER: total bowel rest and receive parenteral nutrition. This usually is through hyperalimentation.

Diverticula are - CORRECT ANSWER: small, bulging pouches that can form anywhere

in the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and most commonly in the large intestine

Diverticulitis medical treatment includes a - CORRECT ANSWER: liquid or low-fiber diet and antibiotics. Rest is also needed. Over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be taken.

Diverticulitis occurs when - CORRECT ANSWER: one or more diverticula become

inflamed or infected.

Diverticulitis patients should void the use of - CORRECT ANSWER: over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives to prevent constipation, monitor for signs of bleeding, and limit intake of dietary fat

Diverticulitis: Opioids are avoided if possible as the tend to be - CORRECT ANSWER: constipating and may aggravate the problem

Early intubation in patients who have diminished ability to protect the airway from massive - CORRECT ANSWER: aspiration (cough, gag reflexes), should be considered

Early signs of respiratory failure include - CORRECT ANSWER: restlessness,

tachycardia, and tachypnea

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