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The nurse is assessing a 1-day post-operative client and discovers fine crackles at the bases of the right lung on inspiration. What does the nurse suspect is the cause of the adventitious lung sounds in the right lung?

Asthma

Pneumothorax

Atelectasis

Emphysema

Bronchitis

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Asthma typically presents with wheezing, not fine crackles.

B. Pneumothorax usually presents with decreased or absent breath sounds rather than crackles.

C. Atelectasis, which is common after surgery, can cause fine crackles at the lung bases due to collapsed alveoli reopening during inspiration.

D. Emphysema generally results in diminished breath sounds and hyper-resonance rather than crackles.

E. Bronchitis typically produces coarse crackles or rhonchi, not fine crackles.

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A. A client demonstrates how to inject insulin into the abdomen B. A client attends a course on exercise techniques C. A client watches the nurse apply a dressing D. A client lists food choices that are considered part of a healthy diet E. A client nods when told how to take the blood pressure medication

Correct Answer is ["A","D"]

Explanation

A. Demonstrating an insulin injection shows hands-on learning and mastery of the skill.

B. Attending a course does not confirm comprehension or skill.

C. Watching a nurse apply a dressing does not guarantee learning; active participation is necessary.

D. Listing healthy food choices indicates understanding of dietary education.

E. Nodding does not confirm learning; it may only indicate acknowledgment.

A. The client is currently febrile with an oral temperature of 101.2°F B. The client is mildly anxious about their condition. C. The client is reporting feeling nauseated D. The client's pain rated 8 out of 10 on a numerical scale E. The client is asking questions about their health status.

Correct Answer is ["A","C","D"]

Explanation

A. A febrile state indicates that the client may not be in an optimal condition to learn effectively, so postponing the session is appropriate.

B. Mild anxiety may not require postponement, as it can be addressed during teaching.

C. Nausea can significantly impair concentration and engagement in learning, warranting a delay.

D. A pain level of 8 out of 10 suggests significant discomfort, making it challenging for the client to focus on learning.

E. Asking questions indicates engagement and a readiness to learn, so this does not warrant postponing the session.

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