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20 questions

True or false

1 point

True or false: A person who is immobile will inevitably develop pneumonia.

A
True
B
False

Fill in the blank

1 point

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by pathogens such as .

Choose one

1 point

Which statement correctly distinguishes atelectasis from pneumonia?

A
Atelectasis involves collapse of alveoli; pneumonia is an infection of lung tissue.
B
Atelectasis is an infection of lung tissue; pneumonia is collapse of alveoli.
C
Both terms mean infection of the airways.
D
Both terms mean fluid collecting in the lungs.

Written response

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What mental-status change may be a presentation of pneumonia in an older adult?

Choose one

1 point

A patient has an incentive spirometer in the care plan. Which statement best describes its role in preventing respiratory complications?

A
It replaces the need for repositioning and mobility.
B
It supplements other measures such as mobility, positioning, and coughing.
C
It should be used routinely even when it is not prescribed or part of the care plan.
D
It confirms that atelectasis is present when a patient can use it correctly.

Fill in the blank

1 point

If a patient cannot clear secretions independently, one possible support is .

True or false

1 point

True or false: Diminished breath sounds or low oxygen saturation, by themselves, confirm a diagnosis of atelectasis.

A
True
B
False

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1 point

Which measures support lung expansion and secretion movement to help reduce atelectasis risk? Select all that apply.

A
Reposition the patient regularly and help them sit upright when appropriate.
B
Keep the patient in bed to avoid any effort that could increase breathing.
C
Support safe early mobility as the patient's condition and plan allow.
D
Encourage slow, deep breaths and effective coughing when appropriate.

Written response

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What is the term for material, such as organisms from the mouth, entering the lungs?

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1 point

A mostly bedbound patient develops worsening shortness of breath and a falling oxygen saturation. What is the most appropriate response?

A
Assume the change is atelectasis and wait to see if it resolves.
B
Start oxygen without an order or clinical assessment.
C
Promptly report the change for clinical evaluation.
D
Use an incentive spirometer as a substitute for evaluating the change.

Choose all

1 point

When monitoring a patient for possible pneumonia, which findings should be assessed and reported? Select all that apply.

A
Temperature
B
Respiratory effort and oxygen saturation
C
Bowel sounds
D
Cough and sputum
E
Lung sounds and mental status

Choose one

1 point

Which statement about antibiotics is correct when evaluating respiratory complications?

A
Start antibiotics whenever a patient has suspected atelectasis.
B
Use antibiotics when indicated for bacterial infection; they do not treat viral pneumonia.
C
Use antibiotics to prevent pneumonia in every immobile patient.
D
Use antibiotics as a substitute for assessing new respiratory symptoms.

Open ended

1 point

A patient recovering from surgery has been mostly in bed, is breathing shallowly because of pain, and has a weak cough. Describe care measures that could support breathing and secretion clearance, and identify changes that should be promptly reported for clinical evaluation.

Written response

1 point

In an older adult, what new mental-status change may occur with pneumonia, sometimes instead of more typical symptoms?

Written response

1 point

What device may be used, when prescribed or included in the care plan, to encourage slow, sustained inhalation?

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1 point

Which statement best explains how prolonged immobility can contribute to atelectasis?

A
Immobility increases deep breathing, which pushes secretions into the alveoli.
B
Immobility can reduce lung expansion, contributing to collapse of alveoli.
C
Immobility directly infects lung tissue with bacteria.
D
Immobility prevents oxygen from being exchanged in every part of the lung.

Choose one

1 point

A patient is using an incentive spirometer as part of a care plan. Which statement best describes its role?

A
It replaces the need for repositioning and mobility.
B
It is used to diagnose pneumonia from breathing patterns.
C
It supplements other measures such as mobility, positioning, and coughing.
D
It should be used routinely even when it is not prescribed or in the care plan.

Choose one

1 point

Why is regular oral care relevant when caring for a patient at risk of pneumonia?

A
Regular oral care can reduce organisms in the mouth that might be aspirated into the lungs.
B
Oral care increases lung expansion and directly prevents alveolar collapse.
C
Oral care eliminates the need to assess swallowing or aspiration risk.
D
Oral care is only relevant after pneumonia has been diagnosed.

Choose one

1 point

A patient with limited mobility appears to have difficulty swallowing. What is the most appropriate response?

A
Offer unrestricted fluids to test whether swallowing improves.
B
Crush medications without checking the care plan.
C
Continue the usual feeding routine unless the patient develops a fever.
D
Report the concern and follow instructions for assessment, food, fluids, and medications.

True or false

1 point

A patient's incision pain is making deep breathing and coughing difficult. Supporting the incision with a pillow when needed and managing pain as prescribed can help the patient breathe and cough more effectively.

A
True
B
False

2 Respiratory Complications of Immobility Online Quiz Questions

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