#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of pneumonia?
Persistent cough
Low blood pressure
Increased appetite
Visual disturbances
#2
Which medication is typically used to manage asthma exacerbations?
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen
Albuterol
Aspirin
#3
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the collapse of lung tissue?
Pneumothorax
Pulmonary embolism
Bronchitis
Emphysema
#4
What is the most common cause of acute bronchitis?
Viral infection
Bacterial infection
Fungal infection
Allergic reaction
#5
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with pneumonia to promote oxygenation?
Encouraging shallow breathing
Administering oxygen therapy as ordered
Limiting fluid intake
Administering beta-blockers
#6
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To transport oxygen to the body's cells
To regulate body temperature
To filter waste from the bloodstream
To produce hormones
#7
Which nursing intervention is crucial for a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?
Administering high doses of sedatives
Promoting fluid intake
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Placing the patient in a supine position
#8
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
Low body mass index (BMI)
Female gender
Hypothyroidism
Obesity
#9
What is the hallmark symptom of tuberculosis (TB)?
Night sweats
Weight gain
Chest pain
Persistent cough
#10
Which of the following is a common complication of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Hypertension
Coronary artery disease
Pulmonary hypertension
Hypothyroidism
#11
What is a characteristic feature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Decreased airway inflammation
Normal lung function
Reversible airflow limitation
Progressive airflow obstruction
#12
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the permanent enlargement of airspaces distal to the terminal bronchioles?
Chronic bronchitis
Pulmonary fibrosis
Asthma
Emphysema
#13
What is the primary cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?
Infection
Genetic predisposition
Environmental factors
Trauma
#14
Which of the following is a common complication of chronic bronchitis?
Pulmonary fibrosis
Pneumothorax
Respiratory alkalosis
Respiratory acidosis
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of pulmonary fibrosis?
Bronchospasm
Airway obstruction
Alveolar destruction and scarring
Excessive mucus production