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A nurse is explaining to a student how pneumonia develops. Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of bacterial pneumonia?
A nurse is explaining to a student how pneumonia develops. Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of bacterial pneumonia?
A nurse is teaching about different pneumonia classifications. Which of the following patients is most likely to develop opportunistic pneumonia?
A nurse is teaching about different pneumonia classifications. Which of the following patients is most likely to develop opportunistic pneumonia?
What is the most common bacterial cause of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)?
What is the most common bacterial cause of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)?
A patient aspirates gastric contents. What complication should the nurse monitor for?
A patient aspirates gastric contents. What complication should the nurse monitor for?
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A nurse is assessing a patient suspected of pneumonia. Which of the following clinical manifestations is most indicative of bacterial pneumonia?
A nurse is assessing a patient suspected of pneumonia. Which of the following clinical manifestations is most indicative of bacterial pneumonia?
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A nurse is auscultating a patient with pneumonia. Which lung sound is most commonly associated with pneumonia?
A nurse is auscultating a patient with pneumonia. Which lung sound is most commonly associated with pneumonia?
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A patient with pneumonia is disoriented and confused. The nurse suspects:
A patient with pneumonia is disoriented and confused. The nurse suspects:
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Which population is most at risk for atypical (walking) pneumonia?
Which population is most at risk for atypical (walking) pneumonia?
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A chest X-ray of a patient with pneumonia is likely to show:
A chest X-ray of a patient with pneumonia is likely to show:
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A patient with pneumonia has a WBC count of 15,000/mm³. The nurse interprets this finding as:
A patient with pneumonia has a WBC count of 15,000/mm³. The nurse interprets this finding as:
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What is the first-line antibiotic therapy for bacterial pneumonia?
What is the first-line antibiotic therapy for bacterial pneumonia?
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Which medication is used to break up mucus in pneumonia?
Which medication is used to break up mucus in pneumonia?
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What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing dyspnea due to pneumonia?
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing dyspnea due to pneumonia?
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A nurse encourages a patient with pneumonia to sit in a semi-Fowler's position because:
A nurse encourages a patient with pneumonia to sit in a semi-Fowler's position because:
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Which action by a nurse indicates understanding of preventing hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)?
Which action by a nurse indicates understanding of preventing hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)?
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A serious complication of pneumonia characterized by pus accumulation in the pleural space is:
A serious complication of pneumonia characterized by pus accumulation in the pleural space is:
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A patient with pneumonia suddenly develops hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. The nurse suspects:
A patient with pneumonia suddenly develops hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. The nurse suspects:
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A patient with pneumonia has diminished breath sounds and dullness on percussion in the lower lung fields. The nurse suspects:
A patient with pneumonia has diminished breath sounds and dullness on percussion in the lower lung fields. The nurse suspects:
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A nurse is monitoring a pneumonia patient for acute respiratory failure. Which finding is most concerning?
A nurse is monitoring a pneumonia patient for acute respiratory failure. Which finding is most concerning?
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Which laboratory finding suggests sepsis in a patient with pneumonia?
Which laboratory finding suggests sepsis in a patient with pneumonia?
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Which patient is at the highest risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)?
Which patient is at the highest risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)?
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Which of the following interventions can help prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)?
Which of the following interventions can help prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)?
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A nurse is preparing to administer the pneumococcal vaccine. Which patient should receive it?
A nurse is preparing to administer the pneumococcal vaccine. Which patient should receive it?
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A patient who smokes asks about reducing their risk of pneumonia. The best response by the nurse is:
A patient who smokes asks about reducing their risk of pneumonia. The best response by the nurse is:
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An elderly patient with pneumonia is not febrile but is confused and lethargic. The nurse recognizes that:
An elderly patient with pneumonia is not febrile but is confused and lethargic. The nurse recognizes that:
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The nurse is caring for an immunocompromised patient with pneumonia. Which pathogen is the most concerning?
The nurse is caring for an immunocompromised patient with pneumonia. Which pathogen is the most concerning?
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A patient with pneumonia is prescribed antibiotics. Which statement indicates the need for further teaching?
A patient with pneumonia is prescribed antibiotics. Which statement indicates the need for further teaching?
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Which dietary advice should a nurse give to a pneumonia patient?
Which dietary advice should a nurse give to a pneumonia patient?
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A nurse is teaching a patient about post-hospitalization pneumonia prevention. Which action is most important?
A nurse is teaching a patient about post-hospitalization pneumonia prevention. Which action is most important?
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The nurse is preparing to administer oxygen to a pneumonia patient. The priority before initiating oxygen therapy is:
The nurse is preparing to administer oxygen to a pneumonia patient. The priority before initiating oxygen therapy is:
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A patient with pneumonia is having difficulty expectorating mucus. The nurse's priority intervention is:
A patient with pneumonia is having difficulty expectorating mucus. The nurse's priority intervention is:
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What is the best positioning for a pneumonia patient experiencing dyspnea?
What is the best positioning for a pneumonia patient experiencing dyspnea?
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The priority outcome for a pneumonia patient is:
The priority outcome for a pneumonia patient is:
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The nurse is teaching a pneumonia patient about antibiotics. Which side effect should the patient report immediately?
The nurse is teaching a pneumonia patient about antibiotics. Which side effect should the patient report immediately?
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Study Notes
Pathophysiology and Etiology
- Bacterial pneumonia causes alveolar inflammation, increased vascular permeability, and exudate accumulation.
- Streptococcus pneumoniae is the most common cause of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), accounting for about 50% of cases.
- Opportunistic pneumonia commonly affects immunocompromised individuals, such as those undergoing chemotherapy.
Assessment and Clinical Manifestations
- Bacterial pneumonia typically presents with fever, chills, and a productive cough with purulent sputum.
- Fine crackles are a common lung sound associated with pneumonia, due to fluid buildup in alveoli.
- Confusion and disorientation may indicate hypoxia, a potential complication of pneumonia.
Diagnosis and Laboratory Tests
- Chest X-rays often show consolidation or infiltrates in the affected lung area for pneumonia.
- Elevated white blood cell (WBC) counts suggest a bacterial infection, such as pneumonia.
Treatment and Pharmacologic Therapy
- Azithromycin (macrolide) is a common first-line antibiotic for bacterial pneumonia.
- Increasing fluid intake helps to thin mucus and aid in expectoration, promoting airway clearance.
Nursing Interventions
- Encouraging deep breathing and coughing improves gas exchange in patients with pneumonia.
- Positioning the patient in a semi-Fowler's or High-Fowler's position facilitates lung expansion and oxygenation.
- Oral care helps prevent infections.
Complications
- Empyema, a serious complication of pneumonia, involves pus accumulation in the pleural space.
- Septic shock can develop due to bacteremia.
- Pleural effusion can cause dullness to percussion and diminished breath sounds due to fluid accumulation.
Prevention and Risk Factors
- Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a significant risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP).
- Elderly individuals, those with chronic illnesses, and patients on mechanical ventilation are at higher risk for HAP.
- Oral hygiene and deep breathing exercises can assist in alleviating risk factors.
- Patients with a history of smoking, COPD, or respiratory problems are at increased risk for pneumonia.
Special Populations
- Older adults may exhibit confusion and lethargy as a presentation of pneumonia, instead of the more typical fever.
- Patients with compromised immune systems (e.g., HIV/AIDS) are at greater risk for opportunistic infections like Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia.
Patient Education
- Patients with pneumonia should take antibiotics consistently, even when their symptoms improve, to prevent incomplete treatment and the potential for antibiotic resistance.
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This quiz covers the pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of pneumonia, focusing on its causes and clinical manifestations. You'll explore key diagnostic tests and pharmacologic therapies used in managing this respiratory condition. Test your knowledge on pneumonia and improve your understanding of its impact on health.
