Author Question: Which of the following is a sign of an inadequate airway? A) Nasal flaring B) Regular chest ... (Read 35 times)

cartlidgeashley · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

Which of the following is a sign of an inadequate airway?

A) Nasal flaring
B) Regular chest movements
C) Equal expansion of both sides of the chest when patient inhales
D) Typical skin coloration

Question 2

Why does a patient involved in an auto crash who has major internal abdominal bleeding require oxygen to maintain internal respiration?

A) A lack of oxygen in the air decreases the oxygen diffused into the bloodstream, which creates an increase of carbon dioxide.
B) The red blood cells have a reduction of hemoglobin that reduces the amount of oxygen that can be transported.
C) The swelling of the abdominal space causes the diaphragm to be restricted, which will reduce the thorax space.
D) A lack of circulating volume decreases the oxygen and carbon dioxide transport capability.