Respiratory Care Techniques Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of pursed-lip breathing techniques in respiratory care?

To promote maximal carbon dioxide expiration (correct)

To prevent muscle deconditioning

To decrease airway pressure

To increase lung capacity

Which of the following is NOT part of the activity plan based on physical limitations?

Developing a structured exercise program

Forcing all activities despite discomfort (correct)

Including relaxation techniques

Assessing physical limitations

Which medication is used to thin secretions in respiratory conditions?

Mucolytics (correct)

Antibiotics

Corticosteroids

Bronchodilators

What should be recorded about sputum during client assessment?

Color, amount, and consistency Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of pneumonia?

Inflammation of interstitial spaces, alveoli, and bronchioles Signup and view all the answers

When should bronchodilators be administered?

As prescribed at any time Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies helps prevent muscle deconditioning in clients?

Engaging in regular exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is an important instruction for clients using inhalant medications?

To follow prescribed techniques for administration Signup and view all the answers

Which respiratory technique can help a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease improve their breathing efficiency?

Pursed-lip breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is an important nutritional recommendation for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

High-calorie, high-protein diet Signup and view all the answers

Which position is most effective for improving lung expansion and breathing for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

Semi-Fowler’s position Signup and view all the answers

When managing a client suspected of having pneumonia, which of the following tests is crucial for identifying the causative organism?

Sputum culture Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions should be prioritized during client education for managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

Advise to monitor respiratory status Signup and view all the answers

Which medication delivery method is commonly prescribed for clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to manage their symptoms?

Inhalers and nebulizers Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored to assess the severity of respiratory issues in clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

Color and consistency of sputum Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies should be employed to prevent respiratory infections in clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

Staying away from crowded areas Signup and view all the answers

What should be encouraged to help manage respiratory distress?

Coughing and deep breathing exercises Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a tension pneumothorax?

Results from mechanical ventilation with positive pressure buildup Signup and view all the answers

What is a major complication of pulmonary contusion?

Acute respiratory distress syndrome Signup and view all the answers

How is a diagnosis of pneumothorax confirmed?

Through chest x-ray findings Signup and view all the answers

What is one intervention to prepare for severe respiratory failure associated with chest injury?

Intubation with mechanical ventilation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with pulmonary contusion?

Rapid weight gain Signup and view all the answers

What type of dressing should be applied for an open pneumothorax?

Nonporous dressing Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT contribute to the collapse of a lung in pneumothorax?

Increased bronchial secretions Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Respiratory Problems of the Adult Client

Focuses on infectious diseases and respiratory care related to respiratory problems
Pyramid Points focus on pneumonia, respiratory failure, COPD, pneumothorax, influenza, tuberculosis, and COVID-19
Treatment includes medications, therapies, nutrition, and rest to promote healing and prevent disease transmission
Preventing respiratory disease and transmission of infectious diseases (airborne and droplet) is emphasized
Addresses client needs: care environment, health promotion, psychosocial integrity, and physiological integrity

Client Needs: Learning Outcomes

Safe and Effective Care Environment
- Collaborating with interprofessional teams in respiratory problem management
- Discussing consultations and referrals related to respiratory problems
- Ensuring necessary isolation precautions are in effect
- Ensuring informed consent related to invasive procedures
- Handling infectious materials such as sputum or body fluids safely
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Maintaining respiratory precautions, standard precautions, and other precautions
- Prioritizing hypotheses based on client needs
Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Educating clients about fluid and nutritional intake
- Educating clients about breathing exercises, respiratory therapy, and care
- Educating clients about medication administration, follow-up care, and infection prevention
- Informing clients about health promotion programs
- Performing respiratory assessments
- Preventing respiratory problems and infectious diseases
- Providing health screenings related to respiratory risks
- Recognizing cues indicating risk factors for respiratory or infectious diseases
Psychosocial Integrity
- Considering religious, cultural, and spiritual influences when providing care
- Discussing body image changes related to respiratory problems
- Discussing end-of-life issues, grief and loss, and situational role changes
- Identifying coping strategies
- Identifying support systems and community resources
- Promoting comfort and support during social isolation
Physiological Integrity
- Administering medications
- Evaluating treatment effectiveness
- Managing respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases
- Monitoring acid-base imbalances
- Monitoring body system alterations
- Monitoring for infectious diseases
- Providing nutrition and oral hygiene
- Taking action in emergency situations

Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory System

Primary functions include providing oxygen for metabolism and removing carbon dioxide
Secondary functions include facilitating the sense of smell, maintaining acid-base balance and body water levels, and producing speech
Components of the upper respiratory system include: nose, sinuses, pharynx (laryngopharynx, nasopharynx, oropharynx), and larynx (voice box)
Components of the lower respiratory system include the trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli
Lungs are in the pleural cavity within the thorax and extend from the clavicles to the diaphragm; they are a major muscle of inspiration
Pleura plays a key role in lubrication of visceral and parietal pleura during respiration

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Test your knowledge on respiratory care techniques, including pursed-lip breathing and medication administration. This quiz covers essential aspects of client assessment and strategies to prevent deconditioning. Challenge yourself with questions related to pneumonia and inhalant medication instructions.