Common bedside measures used to assess the adequacy of lung expansion include which of the following? 1. VC 2. Respiratory rate 3. VT 4. VD/VT

a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: B

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Which is not a way for managers to become aware of capabilities and enhancements to management information systems??

A) Review literature B) Talk with vendors C)Use other products D) Network with peers

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