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rosent76

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What clinical presentation would be seen in a patient with a pneumoperitoneum?
 
  a. Mediastinal shift toward affected area
  b. Change in point of maximum impulse
  c. Sudden onset of abdominal distention
  d. Pleural effusion

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A patient with pulmonary edema is cyanotic and complaining of difficulty breathing. What should be recommended by the respiratory therapist?
 
  a. Provide supplemental oxygen.
  b. Begin mechanical ventilation.
  c. Have the patient use pursed-lip breathing.
  d. Begin bronchopulmonary hygiene therapy.


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akudia

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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With a pneumoperitoneum, sudden abdominal distention occurs.

Answer to Question 2

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Cyanosis indicates hypoxemia. Giving supplemental oxygen will help to correct the hypoxemia and decrease the patient's work of breathing. Mechanical ventilation is not yet indicated. Pursed-lip breathing may help the breathing of a patient with an obstructive lung problem. Bronchopulmonary hygiene therapy is not indicated because there is no sign of a secretion problem.


rosent76

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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