Published - Thu, 23 Feb 2023
NCLEX-PN Exam Questions - Part 20
1. Which is the proper hand position for performing chest percussion?
A) cup the hands
B) use the side of the hands
C) flatten the hands
D) spread the fingers of both hands
2. Which is the proper hand position for performing chest vibration?
A) cup the hands
B) use the side of the hands
C) flatten the hands
D) spread the fingers of both hands
3. Which of the following indicates a hazard for a client on oxygen therapy?
A) A No Smoking sign is on the door.
B) The client is wearing a synthetic gown.
C) Electrical equipment is grounded.
D) Matches are removed.
4. When a client needs oxygen therapy, what is the highest flow rate that oxygen can be delivered via nasal cannula?
A) 2 liters/minute
B) 4 liters/minute
C) 6 liters/minute
D) 8 liters/minute
5. When the nurse is determining the appropriate size of an oropharyngeal airway to insert, what part of a client - s body should she measure?
A) corner of the mouth to the tragus of the ear
B) corner of the eye to the top of the ear
C) tip of the chin to the sternum
D) tip of the nose to the earlobe
A) cup the hands
B) use the side of the hands
C) flatten the hands
D) spread the fingers of both hands
2. Which is the proper hand position for performing chest vibration?
A) cup the hands
B) use the side of the hands
C) flatten the hands
D) spread the fingers of both hands
3. Which of the following indicates a hazard for a client on oxygen therapy?
A) A No Smoking sign is on the door.
B) The client is wearing a synthetic gown.
C) Electrical equipment is grounded.
D) Matches are removed.
4. When a client needs oxygen therapy, what is the highest flow rate that oxygen can be delivered via nasal cannula?
A) 2 liters/minute
B) 4 liters/minute
C) 6 liters/minute
D) 8 liters/minute
5. When the nurse is determining the appropriate size of an oropharyngeal airway to insert, what part of a client - s body should she measure?
A) corner of the mouth to the tragus of the ear
B) corner of the eye to the top of the ear
C) tip of the chin to the sternum
D) tip of the nose to the earlobe
1. Right Answer: A
Explanation: The hands are cupped for performing percussion, producing a vibration that helps loosen respiratory secretions. The other hand positions do not accomplish this task. Reduction of Risk Potential
2. Right Answer: C
Explanation: The hands are flattened over the area of the body where chest percussion is used to conduct vibration through to the chest and loosen secretions. The other hand positions do not accomplish this task. Reduction of Risk Potential
3. Right Answer: B
Explanation: A synthetic gown might generate sparks of static electricity, which can be a fire hazard, particularly in the presence of oxygen. The client on oxygen therapy should wear a cotton gown. The remaining options are appropriate safety measures. Reduction of Risk Potential
4. Right Answer: C
Explanation: The highest flow rate that oxygen can be delivered via nasal cannula is 6 liters/minute. Higher flow rates must be delivered by mask. Reduction of Risk Potential
5. Right Answer: A
Explanation: An oropharyngeal airway is measured from the corner of the clients mouth, to the tragus of the ear. Reduction of Risk Potential
Explanation: The hands are cupped for performing percussion, producing a vibration that helps loosen respiratory secretions. The other hand positions do not accomplish this task. Reduction of Risk Potential
2. Right Answer: C
Explanation: The hands are flattened over the area of the body where chest percussion is used to conduct vibration through to the chest and loosen secretions. The other hand positions do not accomplish this task. Reduction of Risk Potential
3. Right Answer: B
Explanation: A synthetic gown might generate sparks of static electricity, which can be a fire hazard, particularly in the presence of oxygen. The client on oxygen therapy should wear a cotton gown. The remaining options are appropriate safety measures. Reduction of Risk Potential
4. Right Answer: C
Explanation: The highest flow rate that oxygen can be delivered via nasal cannula is 6 liters/minute. Higher flow rates must be delivered by mask. Reduction of Risk Potential
5. Right Answer: A
Explanation: An oropharyngeal airway is measured from the corner of the clients mouth, to the tragus of the ear. Reduction of Risk Potential
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