Which of the following is an indication for the use of antacids?
a. eradicate the H. pylori infection
b. symptomatic relief of gastric pain
c. promote healing of the ulcer
d. increase acid production
b. Antacids are used primarily for symptomatic relief of gastric pain (especially in heartburn) and will not really promote healing of the ulcer.
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The following are considerations when discovering specific trigger points EXCEPT:
a. Visualize one or more lines b. Palpate each line c. Identify sensitivity in tissue d. All of above
While mechanically ventilating a patient who has obstructive airway disease, the therapist observes the patient contracting his inspiratory muscles, but notices no ventilator activity. The flow-time scalar indicates that the expiratory flow returns to baseline before the next inspiration begins. What should the therapist do at this time?
A. Add 2 to 5 cm H2O of extrinsic PEEP, and evaluate the patient's response. B. Increase the inspiratory flow, and observe the patient's reaction. C. Increase the delivered tidal volume, and assess how the patient reacts. D. Sedate and paralyze the patient to gain control of the mechanical ventilation.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A patient's vital signs are taken as ordered by the physician during the stay. What is one advantage of tracking vitals in EHRs?
A. Vitals can be graphed and an infection is easily noted. B. Infection is easily seen by rising temperature. C. Vitals can be graphed. D. Increasing body temperature is seen.