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A nurse is providing education to a group of clients about pneumonia. Which statement by a client indicates a correct understanding of the condition?
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A client asks the nurse to explain what pneumonia is. How should the nurse respond?
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A nurse is discussing the basics of pneumonia with a client. Which statement accurately describes pneumonia?
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A client with a history of respiratory issues asks the nurse about pneumonia. How should the nurse explain pneumonia's basic nature?
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A nurse is educating a client about pneumonia. What key information should the nurse include when describing pneumonia?
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A client asks the nurse to explain how pneumonia develops in the lungs. What should the nurse include in the explanation of pneumonia's pathophysiology?
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A nurse is explaining the pathophysiology of pneumonia to a client. Which statement accurately describes the process?
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A nurse is teaching a client about the pathophysiology of pneumonia. Which statement made by the client indicates an accurate understanding of the process?
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A client with pneumonia asks the nurse how the condition affects the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs. What should the nurse explain about this aspect of pneumonia's pathophysiology?
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A client asks the nurse about the role of bacteria in the development of pneumonia. What should the nurse explain about bacterial pneumonia's pathophysiology?
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A client is concerned about the risk of developing pneumonia and asks the nurse about potential causes. What should the nurse include when discussing the etiology of pneumonia?
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A nurse is discussing the risk factors for pneumonia with a client. Which client statement indicates an accurate understanding of risk factors?
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A client asks the nurse about the role of vaccination in preventing pneumonia. What should the nurse explain about vaccination as an intervention?
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A nurse is teaching a client about the risk factors for pneumonia. Which client statement demonstrates a correct understanding of risk factors?
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A nurse is discussing pneumonia risk factors with a client and mentions the importance of good oral hygiene. What should the nurse explain about the connection between oral health and pneumonia risk?
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A client with suspected pneumonia complains to the nurse about experiencing sharp, localized chest pain when taking deep breaths. What should the nurse explain about this symptom?
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A nurse is assessing a client with suspected pneumonia and notes decreased breath sounds over a specific area of the lung. What should the nurse interpret from this finding?
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A client with pneumonia reports feeling extremely fatigued and weak. What should the nurse explain about the relationship between pneumonia and fatigue?
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A nurse is assessing a client with pneumonia and observes that the client's skin and lips have a bluish tint. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?
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A client with pneumonia complains of a persistent cough producing greenish-yellow sputum. What should the nurse explain about the significance of sputum color in pneumonia?
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A nurse is explaining the diagnostic process for pneumonia to a client. Which statement by the client demonstrates an accurate understanding of the diagnostic evaluation?
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A client with suspected pneumonia asks the nurse about the purpose of a chest X-ray. What is the nurse's best response?
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A nurse is explaining to a client the importance of collecting a sputum sample for evaluation in suspected pneumonia. The client asks why this is necessary. What is the nurse's best response?
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A client asks the nurse about the significance of oxygen saturation measurements in pneumonia. What should the nurse explain?
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A nurse is explaining the purpose of a sputum culture to a client with pneumonia. What should the nurse emphasize about this test?
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A nurse is educating a client diagnosed with pneumonia about the importance of completing the prescribed antibiotic course. The client asks why they need to finish all the antibiotics even if they start feeling better. What is the nurse's best response?
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A nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia who is receiving oxygen therapy. The client asks why they need oxygen. What is the nurse's best explanation?
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A nurse is providing education to a client with pneumonia who will be discharged soon. The client asks about resuming normal activities, including work. What should the nurse advise?
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A client with pneumonia asks the nurse if it's safe to consume alcoholic beverages while taking prescribed antibiotics. What should the nurse advise?
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A client with pneumonia asks the nurse about the duration of antibiotic treatment. What is the nurse's best response?
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A nurse is providing education to a client recently diagnosed with pneumonia. The client asks about the importance of completing the prescribed antibiotic course. What should the nurse emphasize?
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Question 32:
A nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia and provides guidance on managing fever. The client asks if they can alternate between acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) to control their fever. What should the nurse advise?
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A nurse is providing education to a client diagnosed with pneumonia about the importance of staying hydrated. The client asks how much fluid they should be drinking daily. What is the nurse's best response?
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A nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia and is instructing the client on coughing and deep breathing exercises. The client asks, "How often should I perform these exercises?" What is the nurse's best response?
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A client with pneumonia asks the nurse if it's safe to resume normal activities, including exercise, after completing treatment. What should the nurse advise?
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