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What is the main cause of hyperventilation in the text?
What is the main cause of hyperventilation in the text?
- Impaired tissue profusion
- Decreased concentration of inspired oxygen
- Anxiety (correct)
- Diminished diffusion of oxygen from alveoli to blood
Why might a patient require oxygen therapy according to the text?
Why might a patient require oxygen therapy according to the text?
- When the patient's oxygen level is below 95% on room air
- When the patient is confused
- When the patient's oxygen drops below 88-90% on room air (correct)
- Due to an increased hemoglobin level
What is one of the late manifestations of low oxygen levels according to the text?
What is one of the late manifestations of low oxygen levels according to the text?
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Confusion
- Stupor (correct)
In which situation could hypoxia occur according to the text?
In which situation could hypoxia occur according to the text?
What is one of the key instructions mentioned for administering oxygen therapy according to the text?
What is one of the key instructions mentioned for administering oxygen therapy according to the text?
Why is hyperventilation a concern in patients according to the text?
Why is hyperventilation a concern in patients according to the text?
What is the purpose of using a peak flow meter in patients with asthma?
What is the purpose of using a peak flow meter in patients with asthma?
Which respiratory issue is caused by the coronavirus SARS CoV-2?
Which respiratory issue is caused by the coronavirus SARS CoV-2?
What do the colors green, yellow, and red indicate when using a peak flow meter?
What do the colors green, yellow, and red indicate when using a peak flow meter?
What is the purpose of establishing a personal best with a peak flow meter?
What is the purpose of establishing a personal best with a peak flow meter?
How does SARS CoV-2 primarily spread from person to person?
How does SARS CoV-2 primarily spread from person to person?
What does the acronym COVID stand for?
What does the acronym COVID stand for?
What should a nurse do to assist a patient experiencing an asthma attack?
What should a nurse do to assist a patient experiencing an asthma attack?
Which medication type might a patient with asthma be prescribed?
Which medication type might a patient with asthma be prescribed?
What is recommended to teach asthma patients to help manage their condition?
What is recommended to teach asthma patients to help manage their condition?
What device measures the ability to push air out of the lungs in asthma patients?
What device measures the ability to push air out of the lungs in asthma patients?
What nursing intervention is important for a patient with pneumonia?
What nursing intervention is important for a patient with pneumonia?
Which category of medications would be appropriate for a patient with pneumonia?
Which category of medications would be appropriate for a patient with pneumonia?
What is a common symptom of pertussis in babies?
What is a common symptom of pertussis in babies?
In a pneumothorax situation, what is the immediate action usually required?
In a pneumothorax situation, what is the immediate action usually required?
What is the main purpose of suctioning in a medical setting?
What is the main purpose of suctioning in a medical setting?
What indicates that a patient may need suctioning?
What indicates that a patient may need suctioning?
What is a late symptom of pertussis in patients?
What is a late symptom of pertussis in patients?
What is important for preventing the spread of flu according to the text?
What is important for preventing the spread of flu according to the text?
What is the leading cause of preventable death in the USA?
What is the leading cause of preventable death in the USA?
How does smoking primarily affect the airways and alveoli?
How does smoking primarily affect the airways and alveoli?
What is a harmful effect associated with exposure to secondhand smoke?
What is a harmful effect associated with exposure to secondhand smoke?
How does exposure to secondhand smoke affect babies and children?
How does exposure to secondhand smoke affect babies and children?
What is an issue associated with vaping, according to the text?
What is an issue associated with vaping, according to the text?
Why are vapes still considered unsafe, despite people thinking they are less harmful than cigarettes?
Why are vapes still considered unsafe, despite people thinking they are less harmful than cigarettes?
