A neonatal patient has a continuous air leak and is receiving continuous positive pressure ventilation. A chest tube is placed and suction is initiated. What is the appropriate level of suction for a small leak?
A) -10 cm H2O
B) -25 cm H2O
C) -15 cm H2OD) -20 cm H2O
C
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A) Unconscious B) Unresponsive C) Uncooperative D) Unaccessible
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All of the following should be done when performing a PKU, EXCEPT ________.
A. wiping away the first drop of blood B. allowing a large blood droplet to form C. touching the blood droplet to the center of the circle D. squeezing the heel enough to ensure collecting tissue fluid mixes with blood
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An abnormality in the ventricles may be identified on the ECG strip by:
a. distorted, varying P wave pattern b. wide spaces in between waves c. wide and bizarre QRS complex d. too fast heart rate
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Which lung volume or capacity remains in the lungs after a normal expiration?
a. ERV c. RV b. FRC d. VC
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