Author Question: Which of the following techniques are useful to avoid claustrophobia in the patient being ... (Read 38 times)

asd123 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following techniques are useful to avoid claustrophobia in the patient being venti-lated by face mask?

1. Allow patient to hold the mask.
2. Increase the inspiratory flow.
3. Use sedation.
4. Use a larger mask.
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

Which of the following are possible solutions to correct a large air leak during noninvasive venti-lation?

1. Selecting an appropriately sized mask
2. Applying chin straps
3. Using a full-face mask
4. Decreasing the inspiratory time
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 2 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

ryrychapman11 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Small air leaks should be expected during noninvasive ventilation. Large air leaks should be ad-dressed immediately. Air leaks can be avoided by selecting an appropriately sized mask, chang-ing to a full-face mask, repositioning the mask, readjusting the straps and adding a forehead spacer.