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Coya19@aol.com

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on: Jul 16, 2018
In what clinical condition has pressure-controlled ventilation with a prolonged inspiratory time been shown to be helpful?
 
  a. ARDS/acute lung injury
  b. Pulmonary embolism
  c. Bilateral pneumonia
  d. Severe pulmonary fibrosis

Question 2

What is the primary concern when using proning to improve oxygenation in the patient with ARDS?
 
  a. Sudden increase in PaCO2
  b. Displacement of tubes and lines
  c. Pneumothorax
  d. Hemodynamic compromise


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spencer.martell

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

ANS: A
Pressure-control ventilation with prolonged inspiratory time has been associated with improve-ment in PaO2 in patients with acute lung injury/ARDS.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Care must be taken to ensure that endotracheal tubes, intravenous lines, and catheters are not blocked or dislodged.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

bulacsom

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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