Deck 26: Assisting With Oxygen Needs

Question 1

Respirations are more than 20 per minute. This is

A) Apnea
B) Bradypnea
C) Dyspnea
D) Tachypnea

Answer 1

Tachypnea

Question 2

A person can breathe deeply and comfortably only when sitting. This is

A) Apnea
B) Bradypnea
C) Dyspnea
D) Orthopnea

Answer 2

Orthopnea

Question 3

Respirations gradually increase in rate and depth and then become shallow and slow. Breathing may stop for 10 to 20 seconds. This is

A) Orthopneic respirations
B) Cheyne-Stokes respirations
C) Kussmaul respirations
D) Hypoventilation

Answer 3

Cheyne-Stokes respirations

Question 4

Which removes mucus?

A) Coughing
B) Deep breathing
C) Incentive spirometry
D) Surgery

Question 5

The following are reported to the nurse except

A) Respirations that are quiet, effortless, and regular
B) Behavior and personality changes
C) Increased rate and depth of respirations
D) Cyanosis

Question 6

The lack of or absence of breathing is

A) Apnea
B) Kussmaul respirations
C) Bradypnea
D) Hypoxia

Question 7

A resident is on bedrest. The person will require

A) Deep-breathing and coughing exercises
B) The orthopneic position
C) Pulse oximetry
D) Oxygen therapy

Question 8

Cyanosis can be observed in the following except

A) Skin
B) Lips and mucous membranes
C) Nail beds
D) Eyes

Question 9

Respirations that are very deep and rapid are

A) Orthopneic respirations
B) Cheyne-Stokes respirations
C) Kussmaul respirations
D) Hypoventilation

Question 10

Respirations are rapid and deeper than normal. This is

A) Bradypnea
B) Tachypnea
C) Hypoventilation
D) Hyperventilation

Question 11

Respirations are fewer than 12 per minute. This is

A) Apnea
B) Bradypnea
C) Orthopnea
D) Tachypnea

Question 12

Which statement about hypoxia is incorrect?

A) The brain is very sensitive to low levels of oxygen.
B) Hypoxia is life-threatening.
C) Anything affecting respiratory function can cause hypoxia.
D) Hyperventilation is needed.

Question 13

You find a person leaning forward over a table to breathe. What should you do?

A) Place a pillow on the table.
B) Remind the person to sit straight.
C) Give oxygen.
D) Provide a postural support.

Question 14

Sitting up and leaning over a table to breathe is

A) Fowler's position
B) Semi-Fowler's position
C) Orthopneic position
D) Hypoxic position

Question 15

Hypoxia means

A) Respiratory depression
B) Cells do not have enough oxygen
C) Breathing stops
D) Slow and weak respirations

Question 16

Respirations are slow, shallow, and sometimes irregular. This is

A) Bradypnea
B) Tachypnea
C) Hypoventilation
D) Hyperventilation

Question 17

The amount of hemoglobin containing oxygen is

A) Hypoxia
B) Hypoxemia
C) Oxygen concentration
D) Alveolar-capillary exchange

Question 18

Difficult, labored, or painful breathing is

A) Apnea
B) Bradypnea
C) Dyspnea
D) Orthopnea

Question 19

To prevent respiratory complications, a person is repositioned at least every

A) Hour
B) 2 hours
C) 4 hours
D) Shift

Question 20

Early signs of hypoxia are

A) Cyanosis, dyspnea, and increased pulse rate
B) Sitting and leaning forward to breathe
C) Restlessness, dizziness, and disorientation
D) Nausea and vomiting

Question 21

You are assisting a patient with deep-breathing and coughing exercises. The person needs to exhale

A) Through pursed lips
B) Through the mouth
C) Through the nose
D) Through a mouthpiece

Question 22

The amount of oxygen given is

A) The flow rate
B) Oxygen percent
C) Oxygen concentration
D) Oxygen administration

Question 23

Pulse oximetry is ordered. Which is not a sensor site?

A) Chest
B) Finger
C) Nose
D) Earlobe

Question 24

You assist the nurse with oxygen therapy. Which task can you perform?

A) Adjust the flow rate.
B) Remove the administration device.
C) Shut off the oxygen flow rate.
D) Check for signs of irritation from the administration device.

Question 25

You are not responsible for oxygen therapy because

A) Oxygen is a fire hazard
B) Nursing assistants do not give drugs
C) A doctor's order is needed
D) It is not part of your training

Question 26

Which oxygen administration device allows the person to talk and eat?

A) Nasal cannula
B) Simple face mask
C) Nasal mask
D) Oxygen flow mask

Question 27

You are assisting a patient with deep-breathing and coughing exercises. For these exercises the person can be positioned in the following ways except

A) Fowler's position
B) Semi-Fowler's position
C) Sitting on the side of the bed
D) Orthopneic position

Question 28

A resident receives oxygen at 2 L/min. You note that the flow rate is at 4 L/min. What should you do?

A) Do nothing. The flow rate is within normal range.
B) Adjust the flow rate.
C) Tell the nurse.
D) Ask how the person feels.

Question 29

A patient is recovering from abdominal surgery. You are assisting the person with deep-breathing and coughing exercises. Which will promote the person's comfort during coughing?

A) Placing a pillow on the table
B) Holding a pillow over the person's incision
C) Positioning the person supine
D) Having the person take shallow breaths

Question 30

Deep-breathing and coughing exercises are usually done

A) Every hour
B) Every 2 hours
C) Every 4 hours
D) Every 1 to 2 hours while awake

Question 31

An oxygen administration device has two prongs that insert into the nostrils. This device is a

A) Nasal cannula
B) Simple face mask
C) Nasal mask
D) Oxygen flow mask

Question 32

What is a danger of liquid oxygen systems?

A) Liquid oxygen can freeze the skin.
B) Liquid oxygen can burn the skin.
C) Liquid oxygen can cause orthopnea.
D) Liquid oxygen can cause hypoxia.

Question 33

Which health team members set and adjust the oxygen flow rate?

A) The doctor and nurse
B) The doctor and respiratory therapist
C) The nurse and respiratory therapist
D) The nurse and nursing assistant

Question 34

Which is an abnormal oximetry value?

A) 93%
B) 95%
C) 97%
D) 99%

Question 35

Which health team member decides which oxygen device to use?

A) The person
B) The doctor
C) The nurse
D) The respiratory therapist

Question 36

Which health team member decides how much oxygen to give?

A) The person
B) The doctor
C) The nurse
D) The respiratory therapist

Question 37

Which oxygen sources are used for persons who walk or use wheelchairs?

A) Wall outlet or oxygen tank
B) Oxygen tank or oxygen concentrator
C) Oxygen concentrator or liquid oxygen unit
D) Small oxygen tank or portable liquid oxygen unit

Question 38

You are assisting a patient with deep-breathing and coughing exercises. The person needs to inhale

A) Through pursed lips
B) Through the mouth
C) Through the nose
D) Through a mouthpiece

Question 39

A person is receiving oxygen therapy. The humidifier is not bubbling. What should you do?

A) Add more water to the humidifier.
B) Adjust the flow rate.
C) Shut off the oxygen.
D) Tell the nurse.

Question 40

A person is receiving oxygen therapy. Connecting tubing must be

A) Snug
B) Free of kinks
C) Lubricated
D) Out of the person's reach

Question 41

Smoking is allowed near oxygen tanks as long as the person smoking is not on oxygen.