Which of the following are hazards of non-invasive positive pressure ventilation?
I. leaks
II. patient discomfort
III. gastric insufflation
IV. mucous plugging
A) I
B) I and II
C) I, II, and III
D) I, II, III, and IV
D
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a. eat only fresh or raw foods the day before the procedure b. fast for 48 hours before the procedure c. drink plenty of clear liquids the day before the examination d. maintain their normal dietary intake the day before the examination
While transporting a patient who has an indwelling Foley catheter, it is important to keep the collection bag:
A) with the patient's caregiver. B) lower than the level of the patient. C) higher than the level of the patient. D) level with the patient.
What mechanism causes the lungs to expand and air to rush into the airway?
a. expansion of the chest wall and upward movement of the diaphragm b. relaxation of the chest wall and downward movement of the diaphragm c. expansion of the chest wall and downward movement of the diaphragm d. relaxation of the chest wall and upward movement of the diaphragm
A 23-year-old female patient has been stung in the right arm by some unidentified marine life. Her arm and hand are swollen and red. The primary assessment is unremarkable and she is complaining of pain to the site of injury. You would:
A) Apply cold packs to the affected area B) Place a constricting band to the right wrist C) Hold the right arm above the patient's head D) Remove rings from the patient's right hand