Practice Question
Which of the following risk factors is associated with a client having a higher risk of experiencing status asthmatics?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Previous intubation due to status asthmatic us episode
Rationale:
🔶 Prior intubation for asthma is a strong predictor of future life-threatening exacerbations.
🔶 It signals severe airway hyper-responsiveness and risk of rapid decompensation.
🔶 History supersedes general triggers (irritants, infections) in risk stratification.
🔶 These clients require aggressive action plans and early escalation thresholds.
🔶 Education on controller adherence and prompt ED evaluation is essential.
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This question is from MS NUR 276 FINAL EXAM FALL 2024 which contains 81 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 5
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