Sputum production - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RRT Clin Sims- Lindsey Jones Latest Update Graded A+ Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity.) LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III : Chest X-ray—flattened diaphragms, hyperlucency,...

1.0M8E_ N211 1.25 points possible (graded, results hidden) Which intervention should the RN perform for a client with a chronic cough, sputum production, and dyspnea that has been worsening over time? Restrict fluid intake to 1000 mL per day. Position the client in a supine position. Administer oxygen at 10 L/minute via nasal canula. Teach the client pursed lip breathing. unanswered You have used 0 of 1 attempt Some problems have options such as save, reset, hints, or show answer. Thes...

The nurse is caring for a client with a severe nosebleed. The health care provider inserts a nasal sponge. What should the nurse teach the client about this intervention? A. The sponge creates a risk for viral sinusitis B. The sponge can stay in place for 3 to 4 days if needed C. The client should remain supine while the sponge is in place D. NSAIDs are contraindicated while the sponge is in place ANS: B _____________________________________________________________________________________...

NSG 6420 MIDTERM LATEST UPDATE 100% PASS COPD Stage I MILD FEV1/FVC <70% FEV1</80% *Chronic cough/sputum production *Pt unaware lung function is abnormal COPD Stage II MODERATE FEV1/FVC <70% FEV1 50-80% SOB with exertion Cough and sputum production present COPD Stage III SEVERE FEV1/FVC < 70% FEV1 30-50% Greater SOB Reduced exercise capacity Fatigue Repeated exacerbations with impact on QOL COPD Stage IV VERY SEVERE FEV1/FVC<70% FEV1<30% Resp. ...

NUR 2102 Exam 3 Questions and Answers Graded A+ A patient tells the nurse that she has smoked 2 packs of cigarettes a day for 20 years. The nurse records this as how many pack-years? a. 10 b. 20 c. 40 d. 60 c. 40 Two packs of cigarettes × 20 years = 40 pack-years. This incorrect calculation was made by dividing 20 years by 2 packs. Option B is correct if the patient smoked 1 pack per day for 20 years. Option D is correct if the patient smoked 3 packs per day for 20 years or 2 ...

Priority nursing interventions pneumonia - ️️- raise head of bed (at least semiFowler's) - admin O₂ - turn/reposition pts who are immobilized - assess lung sounds - deep breathing/coughing - provide adequate rest - admin meds - monitor for complications treatment of asthma - ️️*- Avoidance of triggers* - Short-acting ß2-agonists (SABA) - Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) - Long-acting ß2-agonists (LABA) - Leukotriene antagonists (modifiers) (LTRA) pneumonia - ️️acute ...

Exam 3: NUR257/ NUR 257 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Aging and Chronic Illness in Nursing Review | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| A Grade - Galen QUESTION Implications for Gerontological Nursing with respiratory Answer: Assessment focuses on oxygen saturation; sputum production; respiratory rate; and the subjective reports of dyspnea or shortness of breath, its effect on functional status, and quality of life Include a complete health history of the disease ...

Hallmark of Emphysema - Answer Dyspnea "pink puffers" - Answer Emphysema Pursed-lip expiration - Answer Emphysema Gold standard test for emphysema - Answer Pulmonary Function Test 3 Cardinal symptoms of chronic bronchitis - Answer Chronic cough, sputum production, and dyspnea "Blue Bloaters" - Answer Chronic Bronchitis Gold standard test for chronic bronchitis - Answer Pulmonary Function Test Barrel chest - Answer Emphysema Most importa...

Cystic Fibrosis Treatment Goals - Client will absorb adequate nutrients daily Client will maintain patent airway Family demonstrated adequate coping cystic fibrosis (CF) - Autosomal-recessive trait Hereditary disorder; altered functions of exocrine glands: Lung, Pancreas, Sweat Gland, Reproductive Organs Characterized by: lung congestion, infection, and malabsorbtion of nutrients by the pancreas symptoms of cystic fibrosis - Thick mucus Chronic cough Dyspnea Freq respiratory infections...

NUR 211 - FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS. ANSWERS PROVIDED. LATEST 2021.VERIFIED 1.25 points possible (graded, results hidden) Which intervention should the RN perform for a client with a chronic cough, sputum production, and dyspnea that has been worsening over time? Restrict fluid intake to 1000 mL per day. Position the client in a supine position. Administer oxygen at 10 L/minute via nasal canula. Teach the client pursed lip breathing. unanswered You have used 0 of 1 attempt Some problems have...