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Pulmonary function studies are done for all of the following measurements EXCEPT:
 
  a. the patient's carbon monoxide level.
  b. lung volumes and capacities.
  c. pulmonary diffusion capacity.
  d. forced expiratory flow rates.

Question 2

A negative tuberculin test would be demonstrated by an induration (wheal) of what size?
 
  a. 4 mm or less
  b. 6 mm or less
  c. 8 mm or greater
  d. 10 mm or greater

Question 3

For blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine values:
 
  a. serum creatinine is a protein produced in the kidneys.
  b. BUN and serum creatinine values that are higher than the normal range indicate renal failure.
  c. urea is a waste product of carbohydrate metabolism in the intestines.
  d. BUN values that are below normal indicate renal failure.



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Answer to Question 1

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A blood sample must be analyzed by a cooximeter to determine a patient's carbon monoxide level. All of the other listed options can be measured on a pulmonary function test.

Answer to Question 2

Many thanks to you.

Answer to Question 3

B
BUN and creatinine values will increase with renal failure. All of the other statements are false.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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