As the immune system declines, patients with underlying chronic lung diseases become more susceptible to pulmonary infections.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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Which of the following factors should be considered when deciding to change from an endotra-cheal tube to a tracheostomy tube?
1. Patient's tolerance of the endotracheal tube 2. Relative risks of continued intubation versus tracheostomy 3. Patient's severity of illness and overall condition 4. Length of time that the patient will need an artificial airway 5. Patient's ability to tolerate a surgical procedure a. 1, 3, and 4 only b. 3, 4, and 5 only c. 2, 3, 4, and 5 only d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
Which of the following is NOT true about chest circumference measurement in an infant?
A. It may help detect an over- or underdevelopment of the heart or lungs. B. It requires a non-elastic measuring tape. C. It is performed at every visit. D. It is done with the infant in a supine position.
Regardless of the diagnosis or disease state, patients who require mechanical ventilation generally have developed _______________, oxygenation failure, or both.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
What is the heart rate in beats per minute (bpm) for a patient with 35 heartbeats in 30 seconds?
A. 70 bpm B. 60 bpm C. 65 bpm D. 17.5 bpm