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Lindsey Jones Exam 5 with Verified Solutions Which of the following conditions would be a contraindication for IPPB? A. untreated pneumothorax B. pulmonary edema C. a patient requiring bronchodilation AND lung expansion D. fractured ribs The correct answer is : A Explanation : Pneumothorax is a contraindication for IPPB due to positive pressure which will exacerbate barotrauma of the lung. The respiratory therapist has an order to cap a patient with a fenestrated tracheostomy t...

RRT Clin Sims- Lindsey Jones Latest Update Graded A+ Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity.) LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III : Chest X-ray—flattened diaphragms, hyperlucency,...

Lindsey Jones G Questions and Answers Already Passed A respiratory therapist has achieved the following weaning parameters on a post-operative patient who experienced a total knee replacement. The SpO2 is 97% on 35% oxygen. Spont VT 480 mL VC 1600 mL VE 7.0 L MIP -4 cm H2O The next best action would be to A. reduce FIO2 to 0.30 B. return to full mechanical ventilation C. evaluate the MEF D. check the pressure manometer for leaks D In preparation for a smoking cessation...

Lindsey Jones TMC A Questions and Answers Rated A+ A patient Who has mild strider following endotracheal extubation would benefit most from which of the following? Racemic epinephrine Which of the following is most indicative of a pulmonary embolism Increase PAP, decreased PCWP A patient receiving mechanical ventilation has receive Halcion in the last 20 minutes. The physician orders the institution of spontaneous breathing trial to commence immediately. Which of the following me...

Lindsey Jones TMC Questions and Answers Rated A+ While administering a treatment with Albuterol to a patient with COPD, the therapist notes a sudden change in the patient's color to marked cyanosis. The patient appears apneic and the heart rate on the pulse oximeter indicates 30/min. The therapist should FIRST A. go get help B. administer oxygen by non-rebreathing mask C. auscultate breath sounds D. begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation D. begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation A 70...

Lindsey Jones Final TMC Questions and Answers Already Passed Condensation has developed on the fuel cell of a galvanic oxygenation analyzer. Which of the following is true? A. The fuel cell should be replaced B. The analyzer will still function properly C. The gold grid in the analyzer should be replaced D. The reading will be erroneous D. The reading will be erroneous Condensation on the fuel cell of a galvanic-type oxygen analyzer may result in an erroneous reading of oxygen p...

TMC Exam C, FORM M, Lindsey Jones G, TMC I Already Graded A 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 a. manual dexterity Which of the following would be most beneficial in resolving microatelectasis? a. chest tubes b. percutaneous ventilation c. thora...

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 ventilation has receive Halcion in the last 20 minutes. The physician orders the institution of spontaneous breathing trial to commence immediately. Which of the following medications would be helpful ...

Respiratory Therapy - Lindsey Jones/Clinical Simulations Latest Update Graded A+ Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity.) LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III : Chest X-ray—flatte...

Lindsey Jones Practice Exam Qs w/ Explanations Latest Update Already Passed 1. A patient has undergone overnight oximetry. Data shows several episodes of O2 desaturation throughout the night. The RTT would expect orders for which of the following kinds of testing: a. V/Q scan b. pulmonary function testing c. polysomnography d. 24-hour Holter monitoring Your answer: C Correct answer: C The use of overnight oximetery is often used to detect O2 desaturation during the night that m...