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littleanan

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Diagnostic thoracentesis can be used to:
 
  a. withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a sputum smear.
  b. withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a Gram stain.
  c. determine the etiology of a pleural effusion.
  d. remove air from the pleural space.

Question 2

Benefits of pursed-lip breathing include that it:
 
  1. stabilizes airways.
  2. offsets air trapping on exhalation.
  3. generates a better gas mixing breathing pattern.
  4. slows the respiratory rate.
  a. 1
  b. 2, 3
  c. 1, 2, 3
  d. 1, 2, 3, 4



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Answer to Question 1

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After the pleural effusion fluid is analyzed, the physician will know its etiology. Then the proper treatment can be done. Bronchoscopy is done to get a secretion sample from the airways. Therapeutic thoracentesis is done to remove air from the pleural space.

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All of the listed options are benefits of pursed-lip breathing in a patient with an airway obstruction problem such as asthma or COPD.




littleanan

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


komodo7

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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