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While auscultating a dyspneic patient, the nurse hears a low-pitched, coarse, continuous sound that is most noticeable during inspiration and may change after coughing. Which finding should the nurse document?

The nurse is participating in a community health fair. Which action best supports prevention of COPD?

Which assessment finding is most consistent with chronic bronchitis?

A patient has a chest tube for pneumothorax. Which nursing action is most important to maintain the purpose of the closed drainage system?

Which population should the nurse recognize as having a higher risk for systemic lupus erythematosus?

A new parent asks why breastfeeding may help protect the baby from infection. Which response by the nurse is best?

Which teaching should the nurse include to reduce RSV transmission in a childcare setting?

A school-age child with cystic fibrosis is scheduled for bronchodilator therapy, airway clearance, and pancreatic enzymes with meals. Which plan best supports expected care?

A patient develops urticaria, wheezing, and facial swelling shortly after receiving an IV antibiotic. Which immune process is most likely occurring?

The nurse is teaching a patient about normal oxygenation. Which structure should the nurse identify as the primary site of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange?