A client is having hemoptysis after chest physiotherapy. The ...

[bucstennis@aim.com]

A client is having hemoptysis after chest physiotherapy. The nurse should:
 
  A. Suction the client
  B. Provide the client with fluids
  C. Notify the physician and stay with the client
  D. Allow the client to rest before beginning therapy again

Question 2

An increase of 2 to 4 L of fluid per day with chest physiotherapy is indicated for a client experiencing:
 
  A. Empyema
  B. Pleural effusion
  C. Atelectasis
  D. Pulmonary edema

[ErinKing]

Answer to Question 1

C
C. Notify physician. Remain calm, stay with client, call for help, and keep client comfortable, calm, warm, and quiet.
A. If patient vomits or aspirates, suction airway and place patient on his or her side.
B. Determine source of damage before administering oral fluids. If patient vomits or aspirates, suction airway and place patient on his or her side.
D. Stop therapy and obtain vital signs.

Answer to Question 2

C
C. When secretions accumulate in the airway, it can result in mucous plugging, atelectasis, and lobar collapse.
A. A contraindication is empyema.
B. A contraindication is pleural effusion.
D. A contraindication is pulmonary edema.

[bucstennis@aim.com]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[ktidd]

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