Question 1

Lack of a-antitrypsin in emphysema causes

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic mucous secretion and airway fibrosis. 
B)  destruction of alveolar tissue. 
C)  pulmonary edema and increased alveolar compliance. 
D)  bronchoconstriction and airway edema. 
A)  chronic mucous secretion and airway fibrosis. 
B)  destruction of alveolar tissue. 
C)  pulmonary edema and increased alveolar compliance. 
D)  bronchoconstriction and airway edema.

Question 2

Allergic (extrinsic)asthma is associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  hyporesponsiveness of airways. 
B)  unknown precipitating factors. 
C)  IgE-mediated airway inflammation. 
D)  irreversible airway obstruction. 
A)  hyporesponsiveness of airways. 
B)  unknown precipitating factors. 
C)  IgE-mediated airway inflammation. 
D)  irreversible airway obstruction.

Question 3

Cystic fibrosis is associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  asthma. 
B)  chronic bronchitis. 
C)  bronchiectasis. 
D)  emphysema. 
A)  asthma. 
B)  chronic bronchitis. 
C)  bronchiectasis. 
D)  emphysema.

Question 4

Which is true about epiglottitis? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Is usually caused by H. influenzae type B 
B)  Can be caused by bacterial infection 
C)  Usually occurs in children 
D)  Is characterized by pain with swallowing 
E)  Generally resolves without intervention 
A)  Is usually caused by H. influenzae type B 
B)  Can be caused by bacterial infection 
C)  Usually occurs in children 
D)  Is characterized by pain with swallowing 
E)  Generally resolves without intervention

Question 5

The increased anterior-posterior chest diameter associated with obstructive lung disease is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  increased pulmonary blood flow. 
B)  increased expiratory flow rates. 
C)  increased residual lung volumes. 
D)  decreased chest wall compliance. 
A)  increased pulmonary blood flow. 
B)  increased expiratory flow rates. 
C)  increased residual lung volumes. 
D)  decreased chest wall compliance.

Question 6

Which assessment would support a diagnosis of type A COPD rather than type B COPD

Accepted Answer

A)  Copious sputum, dyspnea, cor pulmonale 
B)  Noisy breath sounds, fatigue, high PaCO₂, overweight 
C)  Normal PaCO₂, scant sputum, accessory muscle use, barrel chest 
D)  Barrel chest, productive cough, cyanosis, very decreased PaO₂ 
A)  Copious sputum, dyspnea, cor pulmonale 
B)  Noisy breath sounds, fatigue, high PaCO₂, overweight 
C)  Normal PaCO₂, scant sputum, accessory muscle use, barrel chest 
D)  Barrel chest, productive cough, cyanosis, very decreased PaO₂

Question 7

Croup is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  a productive cough. 
B)  a barking cough. 
C)  an inability to cough. 
D)  drooling, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing. 
A)  a productive cough. 
B)  a barking cough. 
C)  an inability to cough. 
D)  drooling, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing.

Question 8

When preparing for the admission of a client diagnosed with bronchiectasis,the nurse will

Accepted Answer

A)  put a sputum cup and a box of tissues on the bedside table. 
B)  remove the telephone to reduce myocardial oxygen demand. 
C)  add a box of surgical masks to the nursing supplies near the door. 
D)  remove the water pitcher to comply with anticipated fluid restrictions. 
A)  put a sputum cup and a box of tissues on the bedside table. 
B)  remove the telephone to reduce myocardial oxygen demand. 
C)  add a box of surgical masks to the nursing supplies near the door. 
D)  remove the water pitcher to comply with anticipated fluid restrictions.

Question 9

All obstructive pulmonary disorders are characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  resistance to airflow. 
B)  hyperresponsiveness. 
C)  decreased residual volumes. 
D)  decreased lung compliance. 
A)  resistance to airflow. 
B)  hyperresponsiveness. 
C)  decreased residual volumes. 
D)  decreased lung compliance.

Exam 22: Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Lack of a-antitrypsin in emphysema causes

Allergic (extrinsic)asthma is associated with

Cystic fibrosis is associated with

Which is true about epiglottitis? (Select all that apply.)

The increased anterior-posterior chest diameter associated with obstructive lung disease is caused by

Which assessment would support a diagnosis of type A COPD rather than type B COPD

Croup is characterized by

When preparing for the admission of a client diagnosed with bronchiectasis,the nurse will

All obstructive pulmonary disorders are characterized by

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

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