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Sufayan.ah

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The therapist is about to institute NPPV on a patient who is experiencing respiratory distress. At the same time, the therapist would like for this patient to verbally communicate when possible. Which of the following interfaces would most likely accommodate this form of communication?
 
  A. oronasal
  B. helmet
  C. mouthpiece
  D. nasal

Question 2

The therapist is providing bilevel NPPV, and is using an HME for humidification. The therapist observes that the patient is having difficulty triggering and cycling inspiration. Which of the following actions should the therapist take at this time?
 
  A. Remove the HME.
  B. Increase the IPAP.
  C. Decrease the EPAP.
  D. Adjust the trigger sensitivity setting.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B





 

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