Author Question: The risk of overhydration with continuous delivery of bland water aerosols is greatest among which ... (Read 99 times)

mpobi80 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

The risk of overhydration with continuous delivery of bland water aerosols is greatest among which patient group?

1. Patients with fluid or electrolyte imbalances
2. Patients with fever and infection
3. Infants and small children
a. 1, 2, and 3
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1 and 3 only

Question 2

What are some problems common to mist tents? 1. Heat retention 2. CO2 buildup 3. Hypothermia

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

Jody Vaughn · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The risk of overhydration is highest for infants, small children, and those with preexisting fluid or electrolyte imbalances.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Any body enclosure poses two problems: CO2 build-up and heat retention.