Respiratory Health and Nursing Care Quiz
Test your knowledge on respiratory system functions, COPD, pneumonia, nursing interventions, and more in this nursing quiz.
#1
Which of the following is a primary function of the respiratory system?
Transporting nutrients
Producing urine
Exchanging gases
Regulating body temperature
#2
In respiratory assessment, what does the term 'dyspnea' refer to?
Coughing up blood
Difficulty breathing
Wheezing
Excessive mucus production
#3
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy in patients with respiratory conditions?
To reduce blood pressure
To increase heart rate
To improve oxygen saturation
To decrease respiratory rate
#4
Which of the following respiratory conditions is primarily characterized by the narrowing and swelling of the airways?
Pulmonary fibrosis
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Asthma
Pneumonia
#5
Which condition involves the inflammation of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing?
Bronchitis
Pneumonia
Emphysema
Asthma
#6
What is the main cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Bacterial infection
Genetic factors
Exposure to tobacco smoke
Allergic reaction
#7
Which of the following is a common symptom of pneumonia?
Persistent cough with blood-tinged sputum
Increased appetite
Decreased heart rate
Clear breath sounds
#8
What is the term for the surgical procedure to remove one or more lobes of the lung?
Lobectomy
Tracheostomy
Thoracentesis
Bronchoscopy
#9
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient experiencing acute respiratory distress?
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Administering sedatives
Applying a heating pad to the chest
Limiting fluid intake
#10
What is the purpose of incentive spirometry in respiratory care?
To measure lung volume
To assess cardiac function
To promote deep breathing and prevent atelectasis
To monitor oxygen saturation
#11
Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) during an exacerbation?
Administering a bronchodilator
Encouraging high fluid intake
Restricting oxygen therapy
Promoting physical activity
#12
Which of the following is a diagnostic test used to evaluate the diffusion capacity of the lungs?
Arterial blood gas analysis
Pulse oximetry
Spirometry
Diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide (DLCO)
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