« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following determines effectiveness of high-frequency external chest wall compres-sion ... (Read 12 times)

lindiwe

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 577
on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following determines effectiveness of high-frequency external chest wall compres-sion therapy? 1. Compression frequency 2. Largest volumes 3. Flow bias
 
  a. 1 only
  b. 2 only
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 2 and 3 only

Question 2

What duration of time and pressure is recommended when using MIE devices to clear airways secretions in adults?
 
  a. 30 to 50 cm H2O at 1 to 3 sec
  b. 10 to 30 cm H2O at 1 to 3 sec
  c. 30 to 50 cm H2O at 5 to 10 sec
  d. 10 to 30 cm H2O at 5 to 10 sec


jaaaaaaa

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 341
Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Compression frequency and flow bias (inspiratory vs. expiratory) determine the effectiveness of therapy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The recommended starting pressure and time for applying MIE to adults is 30 to 50 cm H2O at 1 to 3 sec. From there, pressures can be adjusted accordingly.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In Eastern Europe and Russia, interferon is administered intranasally in varied doses for the common cold and influenza. It is claimed that this treatment can lower the risk of infection by as much as 60–70%.

Did you know?

Atropine, along with scopolamine and hyoscyamine, is found in the Datura stramonium plant, which gives hallucinogenic effects and is also known as locoweed.

Did you know?

The average human gut is home to perhaps 500 to 1,000 different species of bacteria.

Did you know?

Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.

Did you know?

The average older adult in the United States takes five prescription drugs per day. Half of these drugs contain a sedative. Alcohol should therefore be avoided by most senior citizens because of the dangerous interactions between alcohol and sedatives.

The effectiveness of patient education The effectiveness of patient education
Some playgrounds near streets with heavy traffic may still have high levels of lead from gasoline ... Some playgrounds near streets with heavy traffic may still have high levels of lead from gasoline ...
Internal and External Loci of Control Internal and External Loci of Control
External rotation of the shoulders External rotation of the shoulders
Internal and external forces on the parties Internal and external forces on the parties
Video: Reflex arc construction

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library