Answer to Question 1
A
Respiratory acidosis is caused by hypoventilation or any condition that depresses ventilation. Hypoventilation can occur in respiratory failure or from drug overdose. Common central nervous system depressants include narcotics, barbiturates, and anesthetic agents. Respiratory alkalosis is caused by hyperventilating. Metabolic acidosis is characterized by an increase in hydrogen ion concentration. Metabolic alkalosis is caused by an increased loss of acid from the body or a gain in base.
Answer to Question 2
C
An interview is a therapeutic interaction that has a specific purpose. The purpose of the assessment interview is to collect information about the patient's health history and current status in order to make determinations about the patient's health needs. Effective interviewing depends on the nurse's knowledge and ability to skillfully elicit information from the patient using appropriate techniques of communication. The patient is more likely to respond freely if the interview environment provides comfort and privacy and if rapport exists between the patient and the nurse.
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Paranasal sinuses are part of the upper respiratory system.
The correct beginning position for the patient’s feet and crutches (tripod position).
Assisting the patient to transfer from the bed or examining table to a wheelchair.
The respiratory system.
Two normal frequency distributions with the same mean but different amounts of variation