All of the following are contraindications for noninvasive ...

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All of the following are contraindications for noninvasive ventilation (NIV) EXCEPT:
 
  a. facial and head trauma.
  b. community-acquired pneumonia.
  c. copious, viscous sputum.
  d. severe upper GI bleeding.

Question 2

All of the following are pathologic or structural changes associated with bronchogenic carcinoma EXCEPT:
 
  a. excessive mucous production.
  b. inflammation of the airways.
  c. alveolar consolidation.
  d. fibrocalcific pleural plaques.

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Answer to Question 1

B
Community-acquired pneumonia is an indication for NIV. NIV would not be recommended for patients with facial and head trauma, large amounts of secretions or thick secretions, or upper GI bleeding.

Answer to Question 2

D
Fibrocalcific pleural plaques are associated with asbestosis, not bronchogenic carcinoma.