A patient in respiratory distress is exhibiting pursed lip breathing. You realize that he is doing this to:
A) Exhale increased amounts of CO2
B) Inhale additional amounts of oxygen
C) Keep the small airways open
D) Prevent the loss of vapor with exhalation
C) Keep the small airways open
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You have applied the pulse oximeter to a 73-year-old male complaining of weakness and heart palpitations. Your partner reports that the patient's breath sounds are clear and equal with a respiratory rate of 16 breaths per minute and skin that is warm but pale in color. He continues to state the following vital signs: pulse 92, blood pressure 168/70 mmHg, and SpO2 90% on room air. Given this
information, which one of the following instructions would be most appropriate? A) "Let's recheck the SpO2 in 2 minutes for any change." B) "The reading must be wrong since he displays no cyanosis." C) "The SpO2 is probably normal for him since he is very pale." D) "Let's give him high-concentration oxygen through a nonrebreather."
What antibiotic is used to treat Pneumocystis carinii (jiroveci) infections?
a. TMP-SMX b. Erythromycin c. Streptomycin d. Clindamycin
Before filing a lawsuit, what must a patient do when they believe their health information privacy has been violated?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is what the patient owes after the insurance company has paid?
A. premium B. exclusion C. subscriber liability D. comorbidity