In which of the following circumstances is the Drger Evita 500V4 pressure limited?
A) volume-controlled breaths
B) when square wave flow pattern is selected
C) when the ventilator is in synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation (SMIV)
D) during pressure support
Question 2
A respiratory therapist is preparing a neonatal patient for a radial artery puncture. Before the puncture, she performs an Allen's Test on the patient. This is done to ensure which of the following?
A) adequate circulation in the radial artery
B) appropriate oxygen levels in the blood supply
C) no hematoma formation
D) collateral circulation
A subdural hematoma. A meningeal vein is ruptured and blood has accumulated in the subdural space, p
Blood pressure and blood volume relationship
The sounds auscultated during blood pressure measurement
The popliteal area. Avoid heavy pressure over the back of the knee joint.
Good hand and body mechanics when applying thumb pressure to the back.
Direct pressure to suboccipital muscles. Fingers press up into the cervical muscle attachments along ...