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sc00by25

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the purpose of the end-inspiratory breath hold used in conjunction with aerosol delivery?
 
  a. Prevents the patient from hyperventilating
  b. Gives the aerosol more time to reach BTPS conditions
  c. Allows better deposition through gravitational settling
  d. Reduces inertial impaction

Question 2

Traditionally, what percentage of a given dose of aerosolized medication reaches the lower respiratory tract, regardless of the type of delivery device being used?
 
  a. 5 to 10
  b. 10 to 15
  c. 20 to 30
  d. 40 to 50


orangecrush

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

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


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