When the Nurse Is Evaluating the Effectiveness of Therapy for a Patient

question 40

Multiple Choice

When the nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of therapy for a patient who has received treatment during an asthma attack, which finding is the best indicator that the therapy has been effective?

• A) No wheezes are audible.
• B) Oxygen saturation is >90%.
• C) Accessory muscle use has decreased.
• D) Respiratory rate is 16 breaths/minute.

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Definitions:

Homologous

Refers to chromosomes with the same gene sequence, potentially differing in alleles, or structures/organs that have a similar position or function but not necessarily the same origin.

Loci

Specific positions or locations on a chromosome where a gene or genetic marker is found.

Tay-Sachs Disease

Autosomal recessive genetic disorder that results in a deficiency in the enzyme hexosaminidase A; causes an accumulation of glycolipids in the lysosomes, resulting in a progressive loss of psychomotor functions.

Recessive Genetic Disease

A disease caused by receiving two copies of a recessive gene, one from each parent, leading to various genetic conditions.