Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ( 35 Questions)

A client with suspected COPD asks the nurse about the purpose of a sputum culture and sensitivity test. What should the nurse explain?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. A sputum culture and sensitivity test is not primarily used to diagnose lung cancer.

B) Incorrect. While the effectiveness of COPD medications may be assessed through other means, this test focuses on identifying bacteria or pathogens.

C) Correct. A sputum culture and sensitivity test helps identify specific bacteria or pathogens present in the sputum, which can guide antibiotic therapy if needed.

D) Incorrect. The test for measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood is typically done through arterial blood gases (ABG) rather than a sputum culture.




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