What are the physiologic goals of prone positioning?
What will be an ideal response?
1) To improve oxygenation (e.g., SpO2, PaO2, SaO2)
2) To improve respiratory mechanics (e.g., compliance, work of breathing)
3) To enhance pleural pressure gradient, alveolar inflation, and gas distribution
4) To reduce inspiratory pressures (e.g., peak and plateau)
5) To reduce atelectasis and intrapulmonary shunting
6) To facilitate removal of secretions
7) To reduce ventilator-related lung injury
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A) Meditation and visualization techniques B) Breathing exercises and physical exercises C) Smoking D) Sex
When scheduling inspections, call the owner/occupant ___ before the inspection as a reminder
A. one business day B. three business days C. at least one week D. one to two weeks
Ampules are usually marked with ink and:
A) sealed with a rubber cap B) opaque C) prescored D) must be filled with medication
The medical assistant may be responsible for educating and preparing patients for surgery and must verify that patients have all the information needed from an educational and _______________ standpoint.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).