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nramada

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the recommended frequency proposed by the Task Force to assess patients for ventilator discontinuation via the wean screen?
 
  A. hourly
  B. once per shift
  C. daily
  D. clinician judgment

Question 2

From a conceptual standpoint, what could be the role of PRVC in the process of ventilator discontinuation?
 
  A. It would have a role no different from that of any other mode of mechanical ventilation.
  B. Studies support the use of PRVC as the preferred mode of ventilatory support in preparation for ventilator weaning.
  C. PRVC should not be used to help ready a patient for discontinuation from mechanical ventilation.
  D. PRVC may be helpful with patients who have a fluctuating ventilatory drive, perhaps, because of being sedated.


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fdliggud

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

ANS: C
A. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
C. Correct response: The task force has formulated assessment criteria to use for ventilator discontinuation. These criteria are listed on page 318 in the text. At the same time, the task force recommends that when a patient's underlying respiratory disease begins to stabilize and reverse, the therapist should conduct a daily wean screen using these measurements and standards.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation C.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
C. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
D. Correct response: One conceptual application of PRVC in the mechanical ventilation discontinuation process might be with a patient who has a fluctuating respiratory drive (e.g., during sleep or with sedation).


nramada

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Excellent

bassamabas

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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