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cnetterville

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following is CORRECT regarding a patient with cystic fibrosis?
 
  A) Avoid providing IV fluids as it may cause further lung congestion.
  B) Humidified oxygen is preferred over non-humidified oxygen.
  C) Cysts form in the lungs inhibiting exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
  D) IM epinephrine is used to dilate the bronchioles and alveoli.

Question 2

Which of the following would be the BEST treatment for a four-year-old having an acute asthma attack?
 
  A) Deliver humidified oxygen, and a beta2-agonist by small-volume nebulizer.
  B) Provide oxygen and a fluid bolus at 10 mL per kilogram up to 200 cc's.
  C) Deliver oxygen via a nasal cannula and administer racemic epinephrine via nebulizer.
  D) Provide oxygen and administer SQ epinephrine at a dosage of 0.10 mg/kg.


raenoj

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A


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