How would a PO2 of 80 mm Hg affect the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve and hemoglobin's ability to transport oxygen to peripheral tissues?
a. the curve would left but oxygen delivery would remain normal
b. the curve would not be shifted and oxygen delivery would remain normal
c. the curve would shift left and reduce oxygen delivery
d. the curve would shift right and enhance oxygen delivery
b. the curve would not be shifted and oxygen delivery would remain normal
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respirations are snoring. Based on these assessment findings, which one of the following instructions would you provide to the EMRs? A) "He has snoring respirations, so let's go ahead and open the airway with the head-tilt, chin-lift." B) "Do not cover him with a blanket because that will cause his blood vessels to dilate and drop his BP." C) "Let's go ahead and elevate his legs 8 to 12 inches so more blood gets to his vital organs." D) "Let's take off the oxygen mask and start positive pressure ventilation to assist his breathing."
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A) He may have difficulty digesting large amounts of fats. B) He cannot store glycogen produced by the liver. C) He will be more prone to gastric ulcers. D) He must avoid meals high in complex carbohydrates.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
For the following questions, use the ICM code book to select the correct procedural code
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