Question 1

What should you do when getting a patient out of bed for the first time after an illness or after surgery?

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

All of the following are functions of blood circulation EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Coordination of muscles is not a function of blood circulation. Coordination of muscles is under the control of the nervous system. Blood circulation transports oxygen, nutrients, waste products, and hormones, maintains fluid balance in the tissues, and helps regulate body temperature.

Question 3

Why it is important to give routine patient care after the patient has had their breathing treatment?

Accepted Answer

It is important to give routine patient care after a breathing treatment because it helps the patient breathe better. Other reasons given in the answer choices, such as preventing having to wash them again or keeping the respiratory therapist on schedule, are not as significant or relevant to the patient's health and well-being.

Question 4

Which of the following definitions is NOT correct?

Accepted Answer

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, not the trachea.

Question 5

Veins carry unoxygenated blood, EXCEPT for the four pulmonary veins.

Accepted Answer

The pulmonary veins are the exception as they carry oxygenated blood from the lungs back to the heart, while most other veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Question 6

An unconscious patient who vomits is NOT in danger of aspiration.

Accepted Answer

An unconscious patient who vomits is at risk of aspiration, which occurs when vomit enters the lungs instead of being expelled from the body. This can cause severe respiratory complications and even be life-threatening. It is important to position the patient on their side and clear their airway to prevent aspiration.

Question 7

Mouth care is more vital than ever for COPD patients due to lack of saliva.

Accepted Answer

COPD patients are often prescribed medications that can cause dry mouth, leading to decreased saliva production. This can increase the risk of oral health problems such as tooth decay and gum disease, making mouth care essential for COPD patients.

Question 8

The force of the blood pushing against the walls of the blood vessels is called blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

This is a true statement. Blood pressure is the force of blood circulating through the blood vessels, created by the pumping action of the heart. It is typically measured using two numbers, systolic and diastolic, and is expressed in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). High blood pressure can increase the risk of various health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage.

Question 9

The blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart are veins.

Accepted Answer

The blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart are arteries. Veins carry blood back to the heart.

Question 10

Emphysema is an inflammation of the trachea.

Accepted Answer

Emphysema is not an inflammation of the trachea. It is a chronic lung disease that affects the air sacs and walls of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.

Question 11

An inflammation of the sinuses is called sinusitis.

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis is indeed an inflammation of the sinuses, which can cause symptoms such as headaches, facial pain, and nasal congestion.

Question 12

Patients with peripheral vascular disease should avoid applying heating pads to legs, smoking, crossing legs at the knees, and wearing tight socks.

Accepted Answer

These measures can exacerbate the symptoms of peripheral vascular disease by restricting blood flow to the legs.

Question 13

Peripheral vascular disease is caused by poor functioning of the valves in the veins, especially in the legs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Peripheral vascular disease is caused by poor...

Quiz 16: The Circulatory System and Related Care