You must suction a male patient who has a decreased ability to swallow secondary to a previous stroke. He also has a history of smoking and lung cancer. Which one of the following represents the most appropriate personal protective equipment that you should use with this patient?
A) Gloves
B) Gloves and goggles
C) Gloves, mask with face shield
D) Gloves, gown, HEPA respirator mask
C
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A) Multi-jurisdictional group of firefighters B) Diverse group of firefighters C) Personnel experts D) Senior firefighters
You have been called to the side of a confused geriatric female who complains of abdominal pain. Before palpating the patient's abdomen, you would first:
A) Explain to family members why you are feeling the patient's abdomen B) Find out if the patient has a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order C) Inform the patient that you will be pressing on her abdomen D) Determine whether the patient has a history of respiratory disease
Which of the following factors has minimal or no impact on the effectiveness of the patient's cough?
a. Lung recoil b. Airways resistance c. Lung volume d. Pulmonary vascular resistance
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false