In what area are computers used to apply quality assurance measures in respiratory care depart-ments?
a. Arterial blood gas analyzers
b. O2 delivery systems
c. Interpreting ECGs
d. Equipment cleaning and sterilization
ANS: A
Computer-assisted quality assurance in a blood gas laboratory is a critically important function in a respiratory care department, because the accuracy and precision of blood gas data influence clinical decisions and patient safety.
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