Which of the following events happen once the airways become obstructed with mucus?
a. bronchospasm
b. bronchodilation
c. destruction of tissue
d. thickening of airway lining
a. The airways become obstructed by excess mucus and the swelling of airway linings (Figure 15–2). A resulting contraction of the airway smooth muscle, bronchospasm, leads to further airway obstruction and limitation of airflow.
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A) 6 feet B) 1 foot C) 18 inches D) 3 feet
A patient receiving ventilatory support is being provided with humidification using a heat and moisture exchanger (HME)
A physician orders a bronchodilator drug administered through a metered dose inhaler (MDI) via the ventilator circuit. Which of the following must be performed to ensure delivery of the drug to the patient? a. The inspiratory flow setting of the venti-lator should be increased. b. The HME must be removed from the cir-cuit during MDI use. c. The VT setting of the ventilator should be decreased. d. A heated humidifier should replace the HME when using the MDI.
____________________ are a set of mandatory behaviors meant to be applied in specific clinical conditions.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A structure that connects the middle ear with the nasopharynx is the?
A) ?membranous labyrinth B) ?bony labyrinth C) ?auditory tube D) ?auditory meatus