Pneumonia

Pneumonia ( 35 Questions)

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Question 21 :

A nurse is explaining the diagnostic process for pneumonia to a client. Which statement by the client demonstrates an accurate understanding of the diagnostic evaluation?

A "A chest X-ray is the only test needed to diagnose pneumonia."

Incorrect. While a chest X-ray is a valuable tool in diagnosing pneumonia, additional tests are often required for a comprehensive evaluation.

B "Blood tests, like a complete blood count, can help confirm pneumonia."

Correct. Blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC), can provide important information to support the diagnosis of pneumonia, such as elevated white blood cell count.

C "Pneumonia can be diagnosed solely based on physical examination findings."

Incorrect. A physical examination is essential, but it alone is not sufficient to diagnose pneumonia definitively.

D "A sputum culture is primarily used to assess lung function in pneumonia."

Incorrect. A sputum culture is primarily used to identify the specific causative bacteria or pathogens in pneumonia, not to assess lung function.

Pneumonia

Pneumonia ( 35 Questions)

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