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What is the normal range for respiratory rate?
What is the normal range for respiratory rate?
- 10-15 breaths per minute
- 8-12 breaths per minute
- 12-20 breaths per minute (correct)
- 18-25 breaths per minute
What medication is commonly used to treat asthma?
What medication is commonly used to treat asthma?
- Albuterol (correct)
- Antibiotics
- Cortisone
- Insulin
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry?
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry?
- To monitor blood pressure
- To administer oxygen
- To promote deep breathing (correct)
- To assess heart rate
What is a priority assessment in a patient?
What is a priority assessment in a patient?
What is the purpose of sputum culture and sensitivity?
What is the purpose of sputum culture and sensitivity?
What is a common trigger for asthma patients to avoid?
What is a common trigger for asthma patients to avoid?
What is the clinical significance of S3 in a patient with heart failure?
What is the clinical significance of S3 in a patient with heart failure?
What is the primary goal of administering loop diuretics in heart failure treatment?
What is the primary goal of administering loop diuretics in heart failure treatment?
Why should ACE inhibitors/ARBs be used with caution in patients with renal impairment?
Why should ACE inhibitors/ARBs be used with caution in patients with renal impairment?
What is the primary indication for administering beta blockers in heart failure treatment?
What is the primary indication for administering beta blockers in heart failure treatment?
What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with heart failure on diuretic therapy?
What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with heart failure on diuretic therapy?
What is a common cause of right-sided heart failure in patients with chronic bronchitis or emphysema?
What is a common cause of right-sided heart failure in patients with chronic bronchitis or emphysema?
What is the priority medication for a patient experiencing wheezing?
What is the priority medication for a patient experiencing wheezing?
What is a key nursing intervention for a patient with pulmonary embolism?
What is a key nursing intervention for a patient with pulmonary embolism?
What is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
What is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
What is the purpose of administering bronchodilators to patients with asthma or COPD?
What is the purpose of administering bronchodilators to patients with asthma or COPD?
What is a key principle in the management of chest tubes?
What is a key principle in the management of chest tubes?
