What classically presents as alveolar unit is normally ventilated, but pulmonary capillary blood flow is impeded causing poor perfusion
pulmonary embolism
A 65-year-old patient who is post-CABG was extubated 4 hours ago and complains of increasing shortness of breath. Breath sounds are decreased over the right lung field.
Wh at should be recommended NEXT?
chest radiograph
This determines a persons rapid-shallow breathing index
Vane Respirometer
RSB Index is calculated using the formula:
RR/(minute volume)(RR)
the vane respirometer determines the minute volume
While administering an IPV treatment at 20 cm H2O to a patient with cystic fibrosis, a respiratory therapist notes the patient has suddenly become very short of breath and cyanotic. The therapist's most appropriate action is to
Terminate the therapy
The patient is exhibiting refractory wheezing., diminished breath sounds after the multiple treatments, indicating worsening obstruction, what should be done
The right radial artery should not be punctured when there is insufficient collateral circulation through the
ulnar artery
Three liters of air are injected into a spirometer from a certified-volume standard syringe. The measured value is 2.6 L. Which of the following should a respiratory therapist conclude?
Leak
Difference of 400mL in this instance indicating outside acceptable calibration range
"Bird-beak" patterns are a result of hyperinflation. Decreasing what, will decrease the tidal volume and correct the hyperinflation
Inspiratory also known as Peak pressure
While counseling a patient during a smoking cessation session, the patient expresses concern about weight gain. A respiratory therapist should address the patient's concern by explaining that this is partially the result of
Decreased Metabolism
Administering dornase alfa Pulmozyme, a patient is developing marked congestion with copious sputum production. The most appropriate action is to pause the treatment and
