Author Question: Absolute contraindications for using noninvasive positive pressure ventilation include which of the ... (Read 62 times)

bclement10 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Absolute contraindications for using noninvasive positive pressure ventilation include which of the following? 1. Hemodynamic instability 2. Uncooperative patient 3. Copious secretions 4. Need for airway protection

a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 4 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

In addition to a ventilator, which of the following equipment or supplies would you recommend for a home care patient receiving long-term invasive positive pressure ventilation?

1. Self-inflating bag-valve-mask
2. Portable suction system
3. Portable DC defibrillator
4. Tracheal tubes and care kits
5. Disposable circuits and catheters
a. 2, 3, 4, and 5 only
b. 1, 3, and 4 only
c. 1, 2, 4, and 5 only
d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5

nanny · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Box 56-8 lists the absolute contraindications against using noninvasive positive pressure ventila-tion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Box 56-7 lists the essential equipment and supplies needed for ventilator-dependent patients in alternative settings.