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codyclark

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Which of the following are considered indications for rigid bronchoscopy? 1. Large foreign body extraction 2. Management of massive hemoptysis 3. Self-expandable stent placement 4. Mediastinal and hilar lymphadenopathy
 
  a. 3 only
  b. 2 and 3 only
  c. 1, 2, and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 2

Your patient is being scheduled for a flexible bronchoscopy and is inquiring about when to stop taking her warfarin. After consulting the physician, what would you tell her?
 
  a. 1 to 2 days prior to the procedure.
  b. 3 to 5 days prior to the procedure.
  c. 1 week prior to the procedure.
  d. She does not need to discontinue her warfarin.



dajones82

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Table 22-5 details antithrombotic therapies and recommended interval between last dose and procedure.



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