Author Question: Pulmonary function studies are done for all of the following measurements EXCEPT: a. the ... (Read 52 times)

Alygatorr01285 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Pulmonary function studies are done for all of the following measurements EXCEPT:

a. the patient's carbon monoxide level.
b. lung volumes and capacities.
c. pulmonary diffusion capacity.
d. forced expiratory flow rates.

Question 2

A negative tuberculin test would be demonstrated by an induration (wheal) of what size?

a. 4 mm or less
b. 6 mm or less
c. 8 mm or greater
d. 10 mm or greater

Question 3

For blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine values:

a. serum creatinine is a protein produced in the kidneys.
b. BUN and serum creatinine values that are higher than the normal range indicate renal failure.
c. urea is a waste product of carbohydrate metabolism in the intestines.
d. BUN values that are below normal indicate renal failure.

dlook33 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
A blood sample must be analyzed by a cooximeter to determine a patient's carbon monoxide level. All of the other listed options can be measured on a pulmonary function test.

Answer to Question 2

Many thanks to you.

Answer to Question 3

B
BUN and creatinine values will increase with renal failure. All of the other statements are false.