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tingc95

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the best way to decrease the work of breathing imposed by an artificial airway on a pa-tient receiving ventilatory support?
 
  a. Provide pressure support.
  b. Decrease inspiratory flow.
  c. Lower the minute ventilation.
  d. Use low rates of breathing.

Question 2

What are some factors that indicate a patient's readiness for extubation?
 
  1. Adequate oxygenation or ventilation with spontaneous breathing
  2. Minimal risk for upper airway obstruction
  3. Adequate airway protection or minimal aspiration risk
  4. Adequate clearance of pulmonary secretions
  a. 2 and 4 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4


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

ANS: A
Pressure support ventilation can be very effective in overcoming this imposed work.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


tingc95

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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