A respiratory therapist is evaluating an x-ray of an intubated patient and notices that the tip of the endotracheal tube is near the clavicles. Which of the following should be of most concern to the therapist?
A) entry of the tube into the mainstem bronchus
B) pneumonia
C) accidental extubation
D) infection
Question 2
A respiratory therapist is evaluating an x-ray and notices that the diaphragm is at the level of the ninth rib. This indicates which of the following?
A) overdistention
B) hyperaeration
C) inspiratory x-ray
D) expiratory x-ray
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
Paranasal sinuses are part of the upper respiratory system.
Emphysema. (a) Illustration comparing normal lungs and emphysemic lungs. The inserts illustrate how
Adult respiratory distress syndrome
A patient examination room should be simple and efficiently designed.
The Upper (A) and Lower (B) Respiratory Tracts (2 of 2)