ARDS Quiz
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ARDS Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a typical risk factor for developing ARDS?

  • Bone fractures (correct)
  • Neurological injuries
  • Fluid overload
  • Sepsis

    • What occurs during the second phase of ARDS?

  • Aggregation of platelets decreases
  • Surfactant production is enhanced
  • Damage to the alveolar capillary membrane (correct)
  • Increased blood flow to the lungs

    • Which assessment finding is characteristic of ARDS?

  • Hypoventilation
  • Decreased breath sounds (correct)
  • Increased lung volumes
  • Bradycardia

    • What is a common intervention for managing ARDS?

    <p>High Fowler's positioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic finding is associated with ARDS?

    <p>Diffuse bilateral infiltrates on CXR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the immediate intervention to take for a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning?

    <p>Remove victim from exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms is associated with a carbon monoxide level of 31-40%?

    <p>Vomiting, dizziness, and syncope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which environmental factor is NOT associated with the growth of Histoplasma capsulatum?

    <p>Fish ponds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common diagnostic finding in a patient with Histoplasmosis?

    <p>Pulmonary infiltrates on chest X-ray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is primarily used as an antifungal agent for treating Histoplasmosis?

    <p>Amphotericin B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complication is associated with the use of Amphotericin B in treatment?

    <p>Hypokalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective way to prevent the inhalation of Histoplasma spores when cleaning areas like chicken coops?

    <p>Spray the area with water before cleaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What assessment finding indicates a carbon monoxide level of 11-20%?

    <p>Flushing and headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of leukotriene modifiers in asthma management?

    <p>They interfere with leukotriene synthesis or receptor binding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key assessment during an acute asthma attack?

    <p>Assess airway patency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of bronchodilators in medical management?

    <p>To relieve bronchospasm and reduce airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is characteristic of chronic bronchitis?

    <p>Presence of a productive cough for over three months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common risk factor for developing COPD?

    <p>Frequent exposure to second-hand smoke.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medication is classified as an anticholinergic?

    <p>Ipratropium bromide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an irreversible consequence of COPD?

    <p>Irreversible lung distention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential issue can arise from administering supplemental oxygen to patients with chronic hypercapnia?

    <p>CO2 narcosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What assessment finding is associated with emphysema?

    <p>Hyperinflated air spaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Corticosteroids in respiratory care are primarily used for which purpose?

    <p>To shorten recovery time and improve lung function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored in patients receiving respiratory treatment?

    <p>Weight and vital signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important nursing management strategy for asthma patients?

    <p>Instructing on proper medication administration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of emphysema is most commonly associated with smokers?

    <p>Centrilobular emphysema.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mucolytics and expectorants are used to achieve what outcome?

    <p>Decrease mucus thickness and promote expectoration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which respiratory intervention aims to improve gas exchange by encouraging prolonged exhalation?

    <p>Pursed-lip breathing techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using small, frequent feedings in patients with respiratory issues?

    <p>They minimize shortness of breath during meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used to manage symptoms of sarcoidosis?

    <p>Administer corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common diagnostic tool for identifying sarcoidosis?

    <p>Kveim test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complication is commonly associated with pneumoconiosis?

    <p>Cor pulmonale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance primarily causes silicosis?

    <p>Silica dust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is associated with advanced cases of pneumoconiosis?

    <p>Hypoxemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of asbestosis?

    <p>Diffuse pulmonary fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of occupational lung diseases, how can symptoms of coal worker's pneumoconiosis manifest?

    <p>Chronic cough with black fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be prioritized in the management of pneumoconiosis?

    <p>Eliminating toxic substances exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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