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azncindy619

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the minimum airway pressure at which the esophagus opens, allowing gas to pass directly into the stomach?
 
  a. 25 cm H2O
  b. 20 cm H2O
  c. 15 cm H2O
  d. 10 cm H2O

Question 2

Which of the following is an absolute contraindication for using intermittent positive-pressure breathing?
 
  a. Hemodynamic instability
  b. Active untreated tuberculosis
  c. Tension pneumothorax
  d. Recent esophageal surgery


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pratush dev

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

ANS: B
Normally, the esophagus does not open until a pressure of approximately 20 cm H2O has been reached.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


azncindy619

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Excellent

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

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