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Explain the anatomical components of the respiratory system. > respiratory zone muscles - major muscle = diaphragm *controlled by the phrenic nerve (C3-C5 of the neck), so any pt w an injury to the spine/phrenic nerve will require ventilatory support! - accessory muscles = intercostals, abdominals, trapezius, sternocleidomastoid To move air into the lungs...respiratory muscles generate negative intrapleural pressure = allows air inflowing via the pressure gradient btwn atmospheric pressure at...

characteritics of asthma correct answers airflow limitation, inflammation and hyperresponsiveness paroxysmal or persistent sx sx of asthma correct answers dyspnea chest tightness wheeze sputum production cough targets for asthma control are symptoms ______________ or use of reliever _________ correct answers sx <3 days per week or use of reliever <3 doses per week precipitating factors for asthma correct answers environmental allergens occupational exposures irritants (smo...

NSC Advanced First Aid, CPR & AED Exam Questions with Verified Answers Latest . Goals of First Aid - ANSWER 1. Keep victim alive 2. Prevent victim's condition from getting worse 3. Help promote early recovery 4. Ensure victim receives appropriate medical care Consent - ANSWER Need to have victim's consent before using first aid Types of consent - ANSWER Expressed and Implied Expressed consent - ANSWER Responsive victim communicates consent, can include head nods Implied consent - ANSWE...

RSC2601 – Research in Social Sciences 1 RSC2601 - Research in the Social Sciences EXAM PREPARATION This document is a compilation of past UNISA exam Questions and Answers, Assignment Questions and Answers, as well as Test Yourself Questions and Answers from Studyguide. Answers are motivated by a combination of: • Page references to the UNISA Study Guide: • Short summaries regarding the relevant topic(s) in question. Past exams covered are: • May/Jun 2011 • Oct/Nov...

Structural difference in respiratory system between children and adults Small/narrow airways: swelling/secretions make it much more difficult to breathe Less surface area: periods of apnea can last up to 15 seconds Lack of collateral pathways: fewer bronchioles, easily clogged, keep nares open, suction with bulb syringe Nose breathers: up until 4 weeks, predominately up until 2 years; keep nose suctioned well Diaphragmatic breathing: not as strong, can't lift ribcage like an adult What fac...

Acute Bronchitis inflammation of trachea, bronchi, bronchioles from infections or chemical irritant cough > 5 days main symptom, starts non productive but can become productive, can last up to 3 wks-6wks, dyspnea, wheezing, rhonchi, injected pharynx, fatigue, chest soreness, serious in elderly especially if they have COPD or CHF Repeat attacks in children evaluate for anomalies, immune deficiencies, asthma Testing-no test, if fever present get chest x-ray, rapid flu swab, nasopharyngeal ...

NBCRNA APEX Exams Questions With 100% Verified Answers What muscle abducts the vocal cords? - answerposterior cricoarytenoid What is the only muscle that tenses (elongates) the vocal cords? - answercricothyroid "cords tense" What muscle opens the glottis? - answerthyroepiglottic What two muscles close the glottis? - answeraryepiglottic oblique arytenoid What muscles adduct the vocal cords and arytenoids? - there are two - answerlateral cricoarytenoid transverse arytenoid What muscle...

Classification of acute sinusitis correct answers Symptoms < 4 week Classification of subacute sinusitis correct answers Symptoms 4-12 weeks Classification of chronic sinusitis correct answers Symptoms > 12 weeks Classification of recurrent sinusitis correct answers 3+ events/year without symptoms in between and last < 2 weeks What percentage of cases of sinusitis receive antibiotics? How many cases recover on their own without antibiotics? correct answers 80% 70% What i...

Corporals Course test 2 questions and answers 100% correct List three occasions when a Marine in the Ranks of Private through Corporal is REQUIRED to receive Proficiency and Conduct Marks... TAD for 30 days or more Reduction of Rank Promotion of next Rank Define RELIABLITY in relation to the attributes of conduct. To conduct yourself properly without supervision Cpl Rivera displays qualities of courage and initiative. The Marine is physically fit and shows a commitment to bett...

Azotemia - Answer-presence of urea or other nitrogenous compounds in the blood Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Answer-backflow of gastric juices from the stomach to enter the esophagus. DO NOT IGNORE HEARTBURN - it can lead to throat cancer S/S Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Answer-Pain is worse when lying down or bending over. Patients will complain of having to sleep in a recliner or with the head of the bed elevated to relieve the pain. NOTE: Gastroesophageal Reflu...