Author Question: What is the most common way to determine the proper CPAP level for an individual patient? a. ... (Read 33 times)

dakota nelson · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What is the most common way to determine the proper CPAP level for an individual patient?

a. Assess the apnea-hypopnea index at dif-ferent CPAP levels during a sleep study.
b. Have the patient keep a log of sleep prob-lems at different CPAP levels.
c. Measure and record the patient's SpO2 continuously throughout sleep.
d. Have the patient's spouse keep a log of sleep problems at different CPAP levels.

Question 2

Which of the following are components of a portable home suction unit? 1. Electric suction pump 2. Suction tubing 3. Collection bottle 4. DISS vacuum connector

a. 2 and 4 only
b. 1, 3, and 4 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

macmac · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The proper CPAP level for a given patient is determined by one of several methods. The most common method is to conduct the sleep study, titrating different levels of CPAP.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
In most postacute care settings, tracheobronchial suctioning is accomplished using a portable electrically powered suction pump with collection bottle and suction tubing.