Nurs 497 Respiratory System Pathologies

What is the primary function of alveoli in the respiratory system?

Which condition involves alveolar sacs filling with fluid, pus, or blood?

A patient's pulmonary function tests reveal significant difficulty exhaling. Which type of lung disease is most likely?

In restrictive lung disease, what change is typically observed in total lung capacity (TLC)?

A patient with a V/Q ratio of 1.2 likely has a problem with:

What does an arterial blood gas (ABG) with a pH of 7.32, PaCO2 of 52, HCO3- of 29, and PaO2 of 68 indicate in a COPD patient?

What is a key factor in the development of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) in premature infants?

A premature infant requires mechanical ventilation and supplemental oxygen for several weeks. At 36 weeks gestational age, the infant still needs oxygen. Based on this information, what condition is the infant likely to be diagnosed with?

A baby with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) is likely to have which of the following clinical manifestations?

Which genetic inheritance pattern is associated with Cystic Fibrosis (CF)?

What is the primary defect in Cystic Fibrosis (CF) that leads to the disease's various manifestations?

A newborn screening suggests possible Cystic Fibrosis (CF). What is the standard test to confirm the diagnosis?

What is a common respiratory pathogen that colonizes the airways of individuals with Cystic Fibrosis (CF)?

A child with Cystic Fibrosis has recurrent respiratory infections and greasy, foul-smelling stools. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the stool characteristics?

Which of the following genitourinary manifestations is most commonly associated with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) in males?

A patient presents with chronic cough, failure to thrive, and salty skin. Which condition does this presentation suggest?

What characterizes Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)?

Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis?

A patient with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is likely to have which finding on physical examination?

What is the typical prognosis for a patient diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)?

Exposure to which of the following substances is least likely to cause COPD?

In the pathogenesis of chronic bronchitis and emphysema, what is the role of inflammation in the airway epithelium?

Which assessment finding is most indicative of COPD?

Which of the following is a key characteristic that differentiates pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) from pulmonary venous hypertension?

A patient with pulmonary hypertension would likely experience which of the following physiological changes?

Which of the following is a common cause of pulmonary arterial hypertension?

A patient with long-standing pulmonary hypertension develops right ventricular enlargement. Which condition is most likely to develop as a result?

A nurse assessing a patient with suspected right heart failure would expect to find which of the following?

What is a key diagnostic indicator for cor pulmonale?

What are the general requirements for patients to be considered a candidate for lung transplantation?

Which of the following represents a relative contraindication for lung transplantation?

Which type of lung transplant involves a single lobe from a living donor?

What is a leading cause of death following lung transplantation?

After a lung transplant, a patient experiences a gradual decline in pulmonary function with decreased spirometry readings. What complication is most likely occurring?

Which of the following is often asymptomatic following a lung transplant, and can only be detected with frequent PFTs?

Which of the following is one of the two sources a lung can be harvested from for transplant?

A right ventricular heave can be found in the later stages in a patient exhibiting signs of:

Which of the following tools cannot be used during initial confirmation of exertion dyspnea?

What is the standard age cut off for transplant qualification consideration?

In alveolar sac pathology, what directly results from the sac's inability to fully deflate?

What would be expected in a patient with a restrictive lung disease?

What characteristic ABG values would you expect to see in a patient who is alkalotic?

A premature infant is diagnosed with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD). The characteristics of their alveoli will include:

According to the diagnostic criteria, what signifies moderate Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) in an infant born before 32 weeks gestational age?

What is the most common genitourinary manifestation of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) in males?

A 1-month-old patient presents with meconium ileus. Which condition is most likely suspected?

A patient with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) experiences increased dysnpea and digital clubbing. What pulmonary manifestation is most likely occurring?

Which dietary intervention is the most appropriate for individuals with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) to manage pancreatic insufficiency and malabsorption?

What is thought to cause Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)?

Which of the following represents a typical finding upon physical examination of a patient with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)?

Which diagnostic method yields the most definitive information for confirming Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)?

What is a significant physiological consequence of chronic bronchitis in the pathogenesis of COPD?

A patient who uses pursed-lip breathing and has a "barrel" chest likely has which of the following?

What best describes the mechanism of pulmonary hypertension development related to chronic lung disease or hypoxemia?

A patient with pulmonary hypertension is likely to experience what?

When assessing for pulmonary hypertension, what would the results of right heart catheterization reveal?

What is a key pathological process in the development of cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary hypertension?

What is most likely to be found during assessment of a patient demonstrating signs of increased right ventricular pressure related to heart failure?

What is the significance of a declining oxygen saturation in a patient with dyspnea?

Which condition is considered a qualification for potential lung transplant?

What would disqualify an individual from being a candidate for a lung transplant?

After a lung transplant, what does identification of infection signs suggest?

What is the clinical significance of monitoring spirometry findings in a patient post-lung transplant?

Following a lung transplant, which of the following etiological agents are the suspected cause if the patient begins to have a productive cough, dyspnea at rest, and airway obstruction?