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audie

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is false about transcutaneous blood gas monitoring?
 
  a. Transcutaneous blood gas monitoring pro-vides a reasonable estimate of PaO2 and PaCO2.
  b. Transcutaneous blood gas monitoring is most accurate when used with older adults.
  c. Accurate estimates of transcutaneous blood gases are difficult in patients with shock.
  d. Transcutaneous blood gas monitors use heated skin electrodes to arterialize the blood.

Question 2

What is the quality control procedure of analysis and reporting on externally provided control media with unknown values?
 
  a. Automated calibration
  b. Performance validation
  c. Proficiency testing
  d. Preventive maintenance


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sarajane1989

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

ANS: B
In terms of age, the younger the patient, the better the agreement between the PaO2 and PtcO2.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Proficiency testing requires analysis and reporting on externally provided control media with un-known values, usually three times per year, with five samples per test.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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