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[Show more]Romazicon (flumazenil) correct answer: -antidote for benzodiazepines such as 
-GABA receptor antagonist 
- It can treat drowsiness caused by sedatives following surgery or drug overdose. 
 
Which of the following can be used to estimate the level of Hemoglobin? correct answer: RBC 
-RBC X 3 = he...
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Add to cartRomazicon (flumazenil) correct answer: -antidote for benzodiazepines such as 
-GABA receptor antagonist 
- It can treat drowsiness caused by sedatives following surgery or drug overdose. 
 
Which of the following can be used to estimate the level of Hemoglobin? correct answer: RBC 
-RBC X 3 = he...
A patient with CHF has the following input/output history 
 
 Yesterday Today 
IN 1900 mL 2100 mL 
OUT 1000 mL 1100 mL 
 
Which of the following clinical findings is most likely to be observed? 
 
 A. bronchial wheezing 
 B. friction rub 
 C. decreased egophony 
 D. moist crepitant rales correct an...
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Add to cartA patient with CHF has the following input/output history 
 
 Yesterday Today 
IN 1900 mL 2100 mL 
OUT 1000 mL 1100 mL 
 
Which of the following clinical findings is most likely to be observed? 
 
 A. bronchial wheezing 
 B. friction rub 
 C. decreased egophony 
 D. moist crepitant rales correct an...
A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with 
 
 
A. liver failure. 
B. pulmonary embolism. 
C. heart failure. 
D. electrolyte imbalances correct answer: Heart failure 
 
A patient is a...
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Add to cartA 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with 
 
 
A. liver failure. 
B. pulmonary embolism. 
C. heart failure. 
D. electrolyte imbalances correct answer: Heart failure 
 
A patient is a...
Normal ratio of VD/VT correct answer: 20%-40% 
 
Instructing patient prior to VC. Direct patient to: correct answer: inhale to lung capacity then exhale to residual volume 
 
end stage emphysema at 2Lpm transtrachael catheter patient has increased WOB correct answer: flush out with isotonic salin...
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Add to cartNormal ratio of VD/VT correct answer: 20%-40% 
 
Instructing patient prior to VC. Direct patient to: correct answer: inhale to lung capacity then exhale to residual volume 
 
end stage emphysema at 2Lpm transtrachael catheter patient has increased WOB correct answer: flush out with isotonic salin...
What does chocolate blood indicate? correct answer: Methemoglobinemia 
 
Shows how much of the various type of hemoglobin are present correct answer: Hemoximetry 
 
One common cause of methemoglobinemia correct answer: Nitrite Toxicity 
 
Treatment for methemoglobinemia correct answer: Methylene...
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Add to cartWhat does chocolate blood indicate? correct answer: Methemoglobinemia 
 
Shows how much of the various type of hemoglobin are present correct answer: Hemoximetry 
 
One common cause of methemoglobinemia correct answer: Nitrite Toxicity 
 
Treatment for methemoglobinemia correct answer: Methylene...
the hallmark clinical feature of myasthenia gravis is correct answer: fluctuating skeletal muscle weakness, often with true muscle fatigue. 
 
Myasthenia gravis correct answer: is the most common chronic disorder of the neuromuscular junction 
 
ocular myasthenia gravis correct answer: the muscle...
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Add to cartthe hallmark clinical feature of myasthenia gravis is correct answer: fluctuating skeletal muscle weakness, often with true muscle fatigue. 
 
Myasthenia gravis correct answer: is the most common chronic disorder of the neuromuscular junction 
 
ocular myasthenia gravis correct answer: the muscle...
pleural effusion correct answer: accumulation of fluid in the pleural space 
 
empyema correct answer: if the fluid accumulated in the pleural space is infected 
 
pleural effusion and empyema may produce what type of lung disorder correct answer: restrictive lung disorder 
 
what are the major p...
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Add to cartpleural effusion correct answer: accumulation of fluid in the pleural space 
 
empyema correct answer: if the fluid accumulated in the pleural space is infected 
 
pleural effusion and empyema may produce what type of lung disorder correct answer: restrictive lung disorder 
 
what are the major p...
To continuously monitor the adequacy of ventilation of a patient in ICU being supported by mask BiPAP, you would recommend which of the following? correct answer: A. transcutaneous PCO2 
 
To assess the adequacy of ventilation, we need to measure either the arterial blood or alveolar PCO2. Continuo...
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Add to cartTo continuously monitor the adequacy of ventilation of a patient in ICU being supported by mask BiPAP, you would recommend which of the following? correct answer: A. transcutaneous PCO2 
 
To assess the adequacy of ventilation, we need to measure either the arterial blood or alveolar PCO2. Continuo...
Which of the following is typically NOT part of a patient's social history? correct answer: B. childhood diseases 
 
Which of the following is typically part of a patient's social history? correct answer: A. tobacco use 
C. marital status 
D. education 
 
In observing the intracranial pressure...
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Add to cartWhich of the following is typically NOT part of a patient's social history? correct answer: B. childhood diseases 
 
Which of the following is typically part of a patient's social history? correct answer: A. tobacco use 
C. marital status 
D. education 
 
In observing the intracranial pressure...
A 52 year-old post-operative cholecystectomy patient's breath sounds become more coarse upon completion of postural drainage with percussion. The respiratory therapist should recommend: 
 
A. Continuing the therapy until breath sounds improve. 
B. administering dornase alpha. 
C. administering albu...
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Add to cartA 52 year-old post-operative cholecystectomy patient's breath sounds become more coarse upon completion of postural drainage with percussion. The respiratory therapist should recommend: 
 
A. Continuing the therapy until breath sounds improve. 
B. administering dornase alpha. 
C. administering albu...
A 19-year-old patient is brought to the Emergency Department after taking a handful of pills. The patient is obtunded but is making regular, sonorous respiratory efforts. Auscultation reveals coarse rhonchi bilaterally. Which of the following should be done FIRST to assess this patient? 
 
A. Obtain...
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Add to cartA 19-year-old patient is brought to the Emergency Department after taking a handful of pills. The patient is obtunded but is making regular, sonorous respiratory efforts. Auscultation reveals coarse rhonchi bilaterally. Which of the following should be done FIRST to assess this patient? 
 
A. Obtain...
After a patient undergoes a thoracentesis, the respiratory therapist notes that the obtained pleural fluid is clear with a slight straw color. This fluid is most likely the result of 
 
A. empyema. 
B. congestive heart failure. 
C. lung carcinoma. 
D. hemothorax. correct answer: B. congestive heart...
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Add to cartAfter a patient undergoes a thoracentesis, the respiratory therapist notes that the obtained pleural fluid is clear with a slight straw color. This fluid is most likely the result of 
 
A. empyema. 
B. congestive heart failure. 
C. lung carcinoma. 
D. hemothorax. correct answer: B. congestive heart...
Within one second after initiating a forced vital capacity (FVC) maneuver, a patient with normal lungs should be able to exhale what percent of the FVC? 
A. 35-50% of the FVC 
B. 50-70% of the FVC 
C. 70-83% of the FVC 
D. 84-93% of the FVC correct answer: c. 70-83% of FVC 
 
Simple spirometry CANN...
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Add to cartWithin one second after initiating a forced vital capacity (FVC) maneuver, a patient with normal lungs should be able to exhale what percent of the FVC? 
A. 35-50% of the FVC 
B. 50-70% of the FVC 
C. 70-83% of the FVC 
D. 84-93% of the FVC correct answer: c. 70-83% of FVC 
 
Simple spirometry CANN...
Within one second after initiating a forced vital capacity (FVC) maneuver, a patient with normal lungs should be able to exhale what percent of the FVC? 
A. 35-50% of the FVC 
B. 50-70% of the FVC 
C. 70-83% of the FVC 
D. 84-93% of the FVC correct answer: c. 70-83% of FVC 
 
Simple spirometry CANN...
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Add to cartWithin one second after initiating a forced vital capacity (FVC) maneuver, a patient with normal lungs should be able to exhale what percent of the FVC? 
A. 35-50% of the FVC 
B. 50-70% of the FVC 
C. 70-83% of the FVC 
D. 84-93% of the FVC correct answer: c. 70-83% of FVC 
 
Simple spirometry CANN...
A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with correct answer: heart failure 
 
A patient is admitted to the ED following a motor vehicle accident. On physical exam, the respiratory thera...
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Add to cartA 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with correct answer: heart failure 
 
A patient is admitted to the ED following a motor vehicle accident. On physical exam, the respiratory thera...
The respiratory therapist should evaluate which of the following to develop a teaching plan for a patient who will be using a small volume nebulizer at home? 
a. manual dexterity 
b. highest grade level achieved in school 
c. spousal support 
d. English speaking proficiency correct answer: a. manua...
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Add to cartThe respiratory therapist should evaluate which of the following to develop a teaching plan for a patient who will be using a small volume nebulizer at home? 
a. manual dexterity 
b. highest grade level achieved in school 
c. spousal support 
d. English speaking proficiency correct answer: a. manua...
You note in the chart of a patient's who is receiving volume control ventilation that the plateau pressure has been increasing over the last 6 hours, while the PEEP levels remains constant. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of this change? 
 
Select one: 
A. development of pulmo...
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Add to cartYou note in the chart of a patient's who is receiving volume control ventilation that the plateau pressure has been increasing over the last 6 hours, while the PEEP levels remains constant. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of this change? 
 
Select one: 
A. development of pulmo...
A respiratory therapist enters a patient's room during oxygen rounds. The patient has end - stage emphysema and appears to be sleeping. The patient doesn't respond to questions and his pulse is 20 bpm. The therapist should immediately. 
 
A. Confirm DNR status 
B. Go get help 
C. Begin rescue ven...
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Add to cartA respiratory therapist enters a patient's room during oxygen rounds. The patient has end - stage emphysema and appears to be sleeping. The patient doesn't respond to questions and his pulse is 20 bpm. The therapist should immediately. 
 
A. Confirm DNR status 
B. Go get help 
C. Begin rescue ven...
Which of the following tests would be most useful in diagnosing a pulmonary emboli? 
 
a. Chest x-ray 
b. PFT 
c. Ventilation-perfusion scan (V/Q) 
d. ABG correct answer: c. V/Q scan 
 
it would show a lack of blood flow in the affected region of the pulmonary circulation 
 
While examining a patie...
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Add to cartWhich of the following tests would be most useful in diagnosing a pulmonary emboli? 
 
a. Chest x-ray 
b. PFT 
c. Ventilation-perfusion scan (V/Q) 
d. ABG correct answer: c. V/Q scan 
 
it would show a lack of blood flow in the affected region of the pulmonary circulation 
 
While examining a patie...
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A patient Who has mild strider following endotracheal extubation would benefit most from which of the following? correct answer: Racemic epinephrine 
 
Which of the following is most indicative of a pulmonary embolism correct answer: Increase PAP, decreased PCWP 
 
A patient receiving mechanical v...
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Add to cartA patient Who has mild strider following endotracheal extubation would benefit most from which of the following? correct answer: Racemic epinephrine 
 
Which of the following is most indicative of a pulmonary embolism correct answer: Increase PAP, decreased PCWP 
 
A patient receiving mechanical v...
4 critical life functions correct answer: 1. Ventilation 
2. Oxygenation 
3. Circulation 
4. Perfusion 
 
Findings that indicate patient's fluid intake exceeds urine output correct answer: 1. Weight gain 
2. Electrolyte imbalance 
3. Increased hemodynamic pressures 
4. Decreased lung compliance 
...
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Add to cart4 critical life functions correct answer: 1. Ventilation 
2. Oxygenation 
3. Circulation 
4. Perfusion 
 
Findings that indicate patient's fluid intake exceeds urine output correct answer: 1. Weight gain 
2. Electrolyte imbalance 
3. Increased hemodynamic pressures 
4. Decreased lung compliance 
...
A patient with an ideal body weight of 80-kg (176-lb) is being evaluated for cessation of mechanical ventilation. The following weaning parameters and clinical data are available: 
 
Vital Capacity 1.2 L 
RSBI 50 
Spont VT 400 mL 
Resp Rate 20/min 
 
Which of the parameters is the most reliable ind...
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Add to cartA patient with an ideal body weight of 80-kg (176-lb) is being evaluated for cessation of mechanical ventilation. The following weaning parameters and clinical data are available: 
 
Vital Capacity 1.2 L 
RSBI 50 
Spont VT 400 mL 
Resp Rate 20/min 
 
Which of the parameters is the most reliable ind...
NBRC Mock TMC Exam Review QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
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A 43-year-old male patient was admitted to the emergency department with a suspected drug overdose. The patient is receiving oxygen via nonrebreather but is unconscious and isn't making any respiratory efforts to breathe. The patient's body weight is 57 kg and his ABG results are as follows: 
pH 7...
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Add to cartA 43-year-old male patient was admitted to the emergency department with a suspected drug overdose. The patient is receiving oxygen via nonrebreather but is unconscious and isn't making any respiratory efforts to breathe. The patient's body weight is 57 kg and his ABG results are as follows: 
pH 7...
A patient with a history of chronic bronchitis is post-operative for an exploratory laparotomy. Review of the medical record suggests the physician has concern about difficulty clearing secretions after the procedure. To assist the patient with mobilization and removal of secretions, the respiratory...
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Add to cartA patient with a history of chronic bronchitis is post-operative for an exploratory laparotomy. Review of the medical record suggests the physician has concern about difficulty clearing secretions after the procedure. To assist the patient with mobilization and removal of secretions, the respiratory...
The physician orders a 35% aerosol mask to be set up for a patient who requires an inspiratory flow of 42 L/min. What is the minimum flow rate to which the flowmeter must be set to meet this patient's inspiratory flow demands? correct answer: 8 L/min 
 
A premature infant is receiving O2 via a 50%...
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Add to cartThe physician orders a 35% aerosol mask to be set up for a patient who requires an inspiratory flow of 42 L/min. What is the minimum flow rate to which the flowmeter must be set to meet this patient's inspiratory flow demands? correct answer: 8 L/min 
 
A premature infant is receiving O2 via a 50%...
What formula is used to determine cardiac output? correct answer: Fick Equation 
 
What is the normal range for cardiac output? correct answer: 4-8 LPM 
 
What are the units that measure cardiac index? correct answer: L/min/m^2 (cardiac index = cardiac output / body surface area) [body surface ar...
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Add to cartWhat formula is used to determine cardiac output? correct answer: Fick Equation 
 
What is the normal range for cardiac output? correct answer: 4-8 LPM 
 
What are the units that measure cardiac index? correct answer: L/min/m^2 (cardiac index = cardiac output / body surface area) [body surface ar...
A 36 weeks gestation, 4 hour post-delivery neonate has the following ABG results while on a 35% oxyhood: 
pH: 7.34 
PaCO2: 47 mmHg 
PaO2: 57 mmHg 
HCO3: 25 mmHg 
The RT should recommend: correct answer: Maintain current therapy and continue to monitor 
 
A pt with AIDS is to be given treatment for ...
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Add to cartA 36 weeks gestation, 4 hour post-delivery neonate has the following ABG results while on a 35% oxyhood: 
pH: 7.34 
PaCO2: 47 mmHg 
PaO2: 57 mmHg 
HCO3: 25 mmHg 
The RT should recommend: correct answer: Maintain current therapy and continue to monitor 
 
A pt with AIDS is to be given treatment for ...
A patient on VC ventilation demonstrates auto-PEEP on ventilator graphics. Which of the following controls, when adjusted independently, would increase expiratory time? 
 
 1. Tidal volume 
 2. Respiratory Rate 
 3. Inspiratory flow 
 4. Sensitivity correct answer: *A. 1, 2, and 3 only 
B. 1, 2, an...
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Add to cartA patient on VC ventilation demonstrates auto-PEEP on ventilator graphics. Which of the following controls, when adjusted independently, would increase expiratory time? 
 
 1. Tidal volume 
 2. Respiratory Rate 
 3. Inspiratory flow 
 4. Sensitivity correct answer: *A. 1, 2, and 3 only 
B. 1, 2, an...
The physician orders a 35% aerosol mask to be set up for a patient who requires an inspiratory flow of 42 L/min. What is the minimum flow rate to which the flowmeter must be set to meet this patient's inspiratory flow demands? 
 
A. 6L/min 
B. 8L/min 
C. 10L/min 
D. 12L/min correct answer: *B*, Th...
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Add to cartThe physician orders a 35% aerosol mask to be set up for a patient who requires an inspiratory flow of 42 L/min. What is the minimum flow rate to which the flowmeter must be set to meet this patient's inspiratory flow demands? 
 
A. 6L/min 
B. 8L/min 
C. 10L/min 
D. 12L/min correct answer: *B*, Th...
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A respiratory therapist is assisting a physician during a transtracheal bronchoscopy. As the bronchoscope is advanced in the airways, the above ECG tracing is observed on the patient's cardiac monitor. The RT should recommend? correct answer: Administration of lidocaine. 
 
After extubating a pati...
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Add to cartA respiratory therapist is assisting a physician during a transtracheal bronchoscopy. As the bronchoscope is advanced in the airways, the above ECG tracing is observed on the patient's cardiac monitor. The RT should recommend? correct answer: Administration of lidocaine. 
 
After extubating a pati...
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Prior to taking a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PCWP) reading, the RT ensure that: correct answer: -the transducer is properly leveled and zeroed 
 
The fiberoptic bronchoscope is usually preferred device during bronchoscopy b/c its: correct answer: -flexibility 
 
The capnograph tracing above ...
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Add to cartPrior to taking a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PCWP) reading, the RT ensure that: correct answer: -the transducer is properly leveled and zeroed 
 
The fiberoptic bronchoscope is usually preferred device during bronchoscopy b/c its: correct answer: -flexibility 
 
The capnograph tracing above ...
A 96 kg (211 Ib), 174 cm (5 ft. 10 in) 66 year-old male patient is receiving ventilatory support via a volume ventilator in the pressure support (PSV) mode. ventilator settings and arterial blood gas results are as follows: 
 
Ventilator Settings 
PSV: 12 cmH2O 
FIO2: 0.45 
CPAP: 5 cmH2O 
 
Arterial...
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Add to cartA 96 kg (211 Ib), 174 cm (5 ft. 10 in) 66 year-old male patient is receiving ventilatory support via a volume ventilator in the pressure support (PSV) mode. ventilator settings and arterial blood gas results are as follows: 
 
Ventilator Settings 
PSV: 12 cmH2O 
FIO2: 0.45 
CPAP: 5 cmH2O 
 
Arterial...
What is the range for normal pH? correct answer: 7.35 --> 7.45 
 
What is the range for normal PaCO2? correct answer: 45 --> 35mmHg 
 
What is the range for normal HCO3? correct answer: 22 --> 24 or 26mmHg 
 
What do you think when pH is normal? correct answer: Fully compensated 
 
What...
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Add to cartWhat is the range for normal pH? correct answer: 7.35 --> 7.45 
 
What is the range for normal PaCO2? correct answer: 45 --> 35mmHg 
 
What is the range for normal HCO3? correct answer: 22 --> 24 or 26mmHg 
 
What do you think when pH is normal? correct answer: Fully compensated 
 
What...
Lung compliance decreases correct answer: PIP & PLATEAU increase 
 
Pathologies from decreased lung compliance correct answer: ARDS 
PULMONARY EDEMA 
ATELECTASIS 
 
How to correct decreased lung compliance pathologies correct answer: Add peep or correct disease 
 
Air resistance increasing correc...
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Add to cartLung compliance decreases correct answer: PIP & PLATEAU increase 
 
Pathologies from decreased lung compliance correct answer: ARDS 
PULMONARY EDEMA 
ATELECTASIS 
 
How to correct decreased lung compliance pathologies correct answer: Add peep or correct disease 
 
Air resistance increasing correc...
HME's are not recommended with correct answer: infants as increased mechanical deadspace of the device exceeds the tidal volume of the infant, causing CO2 retention 
 
The gold standard test for diagnosing asthma correct answer: Methacholine Challenge test 
Considered positive for the disease if ...
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Add to cartHME's are not recommended with correct answer: infants as increased mechanical deadspace of the device exceeds the tidal volume of the infant, causing CO2 retention 
 
The gold standard test for diagnosing asthma correct answer: Methacholine Challenge test 
Considered positive for the disease if ...
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