How do you prepare patients for spirometry?
A. Tell them to wear tight clothing
B. Have them stand for the test
C. Have them wear a nose clip
D. Have them bite down on the mouthpiece
E. Have them eat a light meal immediately before the test
C. Have them wear a nose clip
Patients must wear a nose clip or hold the nose tightly closed to be sure they will inhale and exhale through the mouth.
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A. Angina pectoris B. Atrioventriculosis C. Ventricular conduction D. Cardiac compromise
Who is considered "The Lady with the Lamp"?
A. Barb Florencewell B. Clara Barton C. Elizabeth Blackwell D. Florence Nightingale
When performing the direct stretch technique, you should push a fold of skin and then hold the position for ______ seconds
a. 3 to 5 b. 10 to 15 c. 30 to 60 d. 60 to 120
Increased blood flow to the bones of the foot in patients with diabetes predisposes them to fracture due to osteopenia. What causes this increased blood flow?
A. Autonomic neuropathy B. Sensory neuropathy C. Motor neuropathy D. B and C