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rmenurse

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Which of the following are factors associated with pressure and flow-related complications dur-ing noninvasive ventilation?
 
  1. Sinus and ear pain
  2. Nasal congestion
  3. Upper airway dryness
  4. Gastric insufflations
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 2 and 2 only
  c. 1, 2, and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 2

Which of the following is a potential risk of overtightening the straps of the mask?
 
  a. Absence of an air leak
  b. Tissue necrosis
  c. Eye irritation
  d. Claustrophobia



tmlewis4706

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Air pressure and flow-related complications include nasal congestion, upper airway dryness, sinus and ear pain, eye irritation, and gastric insufflations.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Caution must be taken not to overtighten the straps on the mask because excessive pressure on the bridge of the nose can cause tissue necrosis.



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