Author Question: What level of carbon monoxide toxicity is associated with coma, convulsions, and Cheyne-Stokes ... (Read 28 times)

jenna1 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What level of carbon monoxide toxicity is associated with coma, convulsions, and Cheyne-Stokes respiration?

a. 10 to 20 COHb
b. 20 to 30 COHb
c. 30 to 50 COHb
d. 50 to 60 COHb

Question 2

Which of the following can occur when tissue necrosis occurs in a lung abscess?

1. Fluid can rupture into a bronchus.
2. Broncholithiasis can occur.
3. Bronchospasm can close off the affected bronchi.
4. Fluid can rupture into the intrapleural space.
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 4
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3

Natalie4ever · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
At carboxyhemoglobin levels of 50 to 60, coma, convulsions, and Cheyne-Stokes respiration would be likely to occur.

Answer to Question 2

B
Necrotic fluid in an abscess can rupture into a bronchus and/or the intrapleural space.