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ATI Med Surg Respiratory Proctored Exam Test Bank 3 2026 – 350 Verified Questions and Detailed Answers WITH DETAILED RATIONALESLATEST EXAM (BRAND NEW!!) A client with emphysema should recei ...

ATI Med Surg Respiratory Proctored Exam Test Bank 3 2026 – 350 Verified Questions and Detailed Answers WITH DETAILED RATIONALESLATEST EXAM (BRAND NEW!!) A client with emphysema should receive only 1 to 3 L/minute of oxygen, if needed, or he may lose his hypoxic drive. Which statement is correct about hypoxic drive? 1. The client doesn't notice he needs to breathe. 2. The client breathes only when his oxygen levels climb above a certain point 3. The client breathes only when his oxygen levels dip below a certain point 4. The client breathes only when his carbon dioxide level dips below a certain point – 2 ATI Med Surg Respiratory Proctored Exam Correct Answer :*3. The client breathes only when his oxygen levels dip below a certain point* Clients with emphysema breathe when their oxygen levels drop to a certain level; this is known as the hypoxic drive. They don't take a breath when their levels of carbon dioxide are higher than normal, as do those with healthy respiratory physiology. Teaching for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease should include which topic? 1. How to listen to his own lungs 2. How to change his oxygen therapy 3. How to treat respiratory infections without going to the physician 4, How to recognize the signs of an impending respiratory infection – Correct Answer :*4, How to recognize the signs of an impending respiratory infection* Respiratory infection in clients with a respiratory disorder can be fatal. It's important that the client understands how to recognize the signs and symptoms of an impending respi- ratory infection. Which respiratory disorder is most common in the first 24 to 48 hours after surgery? 1.Atelectasis 2. Bronchitis 3. Pneumonia 4. Pneumothorax – Correct Answer :*1.Atelectasis* Atelectasis develops when there's interference with the normal negative pressure that promotes lung expansion. Which measure can reduce or prevent the incidence of atelectasis in a postoperative client? 1. Chest physiotherapy 3 ATI Med Surg Respiratory Proctored Exam 2. Mechanical ventilation 3. Reducing oxygen requirements 4. Use of an incentive spirometer – Correct Answer :4. Use of an incentive spirometer Initial emergency treatment of a client in status asthmaticus includes which medications? 1. Inhaled beta-adrenergic agents 2. Inhaled corticosteroids 3. IV. beta-adrenergic agents 4. Oral corticosteroids – Correct Answer :*1. Inhaled beta-adrenergic agents* Inhaled beta-adrenergic agents help promote bronchodilation, which improves oxygenation. I.V. beta-adrenergic agents can be used but have to be monitored because of their greater systemic effects Which treatment goal is best for a client with status asthmaticus? 1.Avoiding intubation 2. Determining the cause of the attack 3. Improving exercise tolerance 4, Reducing secretions – Correct Answer :1.Avoiding intubation A client was given morphine for pain. He's sleeping and his respiratory rate is 4 breaths/minute. If action isn't taken quickly, he might have which reaction? 1.Asthma attack

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