Complications of transtracheal oxygen catheters are: a. ...

[rayancarla1]

Complications of transtracheal oxygen catheters are:
 
  a. subcutaneous em-physema. c. infection.
  b. mucus-plugging. d. all of the above.

Question 2

Which of the following influences the FIO2 delivered to the patient by nasal cannula? 1. Work of breathing 2. Tidal volume 3. Respiratory rate 4. Humidification
 
  a. 4 c. 1 and 3
  b. 1, 2, and 3 d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
These risks can be minimized with proper care, including saline instillation and periodic clearing of the catheter lumen with a guide wire or cleaning rod.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
All physiologic aspects play a role in the amount of FIO2 delivered to a patient regardless of whether breathing is predominantly occurring through the nose or the mouth.

[rayancarla1]

Gracias!

[Zebsrer]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it