Respiratory Pre-Assessment

Front

A child is sitting in a tripod position (leaning forward, hands on knees). What does this usually mean?

Back

They are trying to breathe more easily.

Front

A parent asks how to help prevent ear infections in their 1 year old. Which response is best? Options: a) Avoiding lying the baby down with a bottle, b) Limiting outdoor play/stroller walks in cool weather, c) Giving extra baths each week, d) Tedious cleaning with cotton tipped applicators meant for babies

Back

Avoiding lying the baby down with a bottle

Front

Which of the following respiratory disorders is characterized by airway hyper-responsiveness, airway edema, narrowing, and mucous production? a) Bronchiolitis, b) Cystic Fibrosis, c) Asthma, d) Pneumonia

Back

Asthma

Front

Which of the following findings is most characteristic of croup (laryngotracheobronchitis) in young children? a) Sudden onset of drooling and difficulty swallowing, b) Barking cough and inspiratory stridor, c) Chronic thick mucus production and poor weight gain, d) Productive cough with high fever and crackles in lungs

Back

Barking cough and inspiratory stridor

Front

A preterm infant experiences a pause in breathing and the monitor alarms. Which action should the nurse take first? Options: a) Assess airway, breathing, and circulation (ABC), b) Notify the physician immediately, c) Document the event in the chart, d) Call the parents

Back

Assess airway, breathing, and circulation (ABC)

Front

Which of the following foods is/are safest to give a 2-year-old to reduce the risk of choking? a) Whole grapes, b) banana slices, c) Raw carrot sticks, d) Popcorn

Back

banana slices