Wedge pcwp pressure - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Prior to taking a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PCWP) reading, the RT ensure that: - Answer- -the transducer is properly leveled and zeroed The fiberoptic bronchoscope is usually preferred device during bronchoscopy b/c its: - Answer- -flexibility The capnograph tracing above was obtained from a mechanically ventilated pt. On the basis of this tracing, the RT should: - Answer- -check the exhalation valve A RT is performing nasotracheal suctioning. During the procedure, the therapist ...

HESI MED SURGE II Exam Questions and Answers 2024 (Graded A) Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is suspected when: -Answer-A) hypoxemia persists despite supplemental 100 percent of oxygen. Major respiratory problems related to pathophysiology of ARDS include: -Answer- pulmonary edema caused by increased membrane permeability. A client is admitted with a medical diagnosis of Addisonian crisis. When completing the admission assessment, the nurse expects this client to exhibit which ...

What is the pressure as blood enters the right atrium? - 5mmHg What organ system in the body acts on the blood in the vessels to make a pressure of 5mmHg? - Deep skeletal muscle pump system What pressure is the blood under as it goes from the RA through the tricuspid valve? - 5mmHg The bigger the diameter of the valve the __________ pressure is needed to move blood across it. - Less The smaller the diameter of the valve the _________ pressure is needed to move blood acros...

Cardiac Index Correct Answer 2-4 SVR/Afterload Correct Answer 800-1200 MAP Correct Answer mean CVx80/CO PA pressure Correct Answer 15-30 Wedge PCWP pressure Correct Answer 6-12 Hypovolemic Shock Parameters Correct Answer Preload CVP decreased, SVR afterload increased, CI decreased, Oxygen delivery Decreased, Venous Oxygen saturation increased Types of hypovolemic shock Correct Answer Hemorrhage, burns, pancreatitis Cardiogenic shock parameters Correct Answer CVP preload incr...

AGACNP SHOCK EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS CVP - answerpressure exerted by fluid in the R atrium, indicative of R sided function, normal 0-6 normal CVP - answer0-6 CVP indicates - answerR sided heart function, pressure in R atrium when is CVP elevated? - answerin conditions that cause an increase in the amount of fluid in the R atrium, fluid overload, cardiogenic shock when is CVP decreased? - answerconditions that cause decreased fluid in R atrium, dehydration, distributive shock MAP...

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 - Answer D. begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation A 70-kg (154-lb) female patient is receiving mecha...

A patient is admitted to the ED following a vehicle accident. On physical exam, the RT discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyper resonant percussion note. The trachea is shifted to the right. The patient's heart rate is 45/min, RR is 30/min and BP is 60/40 mmHg. What action should the therapist reccomend first? - ANSWER- Needle aspirate the 2nd left intercostal space A 65kg spinal cord injured patient has developed atelectasis. His inspiratory capacity is 30% ...

Systole is defined as: A: from mitral valve closure to aortic valve closure B: from the opening of the aortic valve to aortic valve closure C: from the end of isovolumic relaxation period to the start of the isovolumic contraction period D: from the end of the isovolumic contraction period to the start of the isovolumic relaxation period A: mitral valve closure to aortic valve closure Feedback: systole is defined as from mitral valve closure to aortic valve closure. It starts at the onset of the...

Respiratory Therapy - Lindsey Jones/Clinical Simulations 459 Questions with Verified Answers Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity) - CORRECT ANSWER 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 ...

a. manual dexterity - Answer 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 d. bronchoscopy - Answer Which of the following would be most beneficial in resolving microatelectasis? a. chest tubes b. percutaneous ventilation c. thoracentesis d. bronchoscopy b. oro...