Which sign or symptom best indicates that the patient with cold skin is experiencing generalized hypothermia?
A) Blood pressure of 108/60 mmHg
B) Respirations of 24 breaths/min
C) Heart rate of 48 beats/min
D) Pulse oximetry reading of 95%
C) Heart rate of 48 beats/min
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a. 100/minute; ratio 15:2; depth 1/3 to 1/2 the depth of the chest. b. 100/minute; ratio 15:2; depth 1/2 to 1 inch. c. 100/minute; ratio 30:2; depth 1/3 to 1/2 the depth of the chest. d. 80/minute; ratio 5:1; depth 1 to 11/2 inches.
Your patient has a history of viscous mucus that blocks the ducts of the exocrine glands that secrete digestive enzymes into the digestive tract. These thick secretions also obstruct the airways. What is his diagnosis?
A) COPD B) Pneumonia C) Emphysema D) Cystic fibrosis
You are called for a patient with respiratory distress. She is only able to speak in one or two word phrases so you check her medication list to give you some history. Which of the following medications would be along acting beta2-agonist?
A) Albuterol B) Terbutaline C) Proventil D) Atrovent