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indications for NIV CPAP / BiPAP (6) correct answers -sleep apnea central or obstructive -worsening alveolar hypoventilation -hypoxemia w/ supplemental oxygen -acute resp acidosis w/ increase WOB -intubation contraindicated -weaning phase post-extubation to avoid reintubation intubation criteria correct answers -acute vent failure: PH < 7.25 or 7.30, CO2 > 50 , apnea -severe hypoxemia:PaO2, SaO2, CaO2, Qs/Qt, P/F ratio, A-a gradient - 60-60 rule -impending vent failure: progr...

TMC Practice Exam With Actual Questions and Answers (2024) Graded A+. A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with (ANS- heart failure A patient is admitted to the ED following a motor vehicle accident. On physical exam, the respiratory therapist discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyperresonant percussion note. The trachea is shifted to the right...

A patient on VC ventilation demonstrates auto-PEEP on ventilator graphics. Which of the following controls, when adjusted independently, would increase expiratory time? 1. Tidal volume 2. Respiratory Rate 3. Inspiratory flow 4. Sensitivity Correct Answer *A. 1, 2, and 3 only B. 1, 2, and 4 only C. 1, 3, and 4 only D. 2, 3, and 4 only Which of the following would be the most appropriate therapy for a dyspneic patient who has crepitus with tracheal deviation to the left and absent ...

TMC Practice exam questions with correct answers A patient on VC ventilation demonstrates auto-PEEP on ventilator graphics. Which of the following controls, when adjusted independently, would increase expiratory time? 1. Tidal volume 2. Respiratory Rate 3. Inspiratory flow 4. Sensitivity Answer *A. 1, 2, and 3 only B. 1, 2, and 4 only C. 1, 3, and 4 only D. 2, 3, and 4 only Which of the following would be the most appropriate therapy for a dyspneic patient who has crepitus with...

A patient is admitted to the ED following a vehicle accident. On physical exam, the RT discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyper resonant percussion note. The trachea is shifted to the right. The patient's heart rate is 45/min, RR is 30/min and BP is 60/40 mmHg. What action should the therapist reccomend first? - Answer- Needle aspirate the 2nd left intercostal space A 65kg spinal cord injured patient has developed atelectasis. His inspiratory capacity is 30% of ...

A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with A. liver failure. B. pulmonary embolism. C. heart failure. D. electrolyte imbalances - ANSWER- Heart failure A patient is admitted to the ED following a motor vehicle accident. On physical exam, the respiratory therapist discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyperresonant percussion note. The trachea is s...

NBRC CRT Practice Test #1 questions with correct answers A patient is admitted to the ED following a vehicle accident. On physical exam, the RT discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyper resonant percussion note. The trachea is shifted to the right. The patient's heart rate is 45/min, RR is 30/min and BP is 60/40 mmHg. What action should the therapist reccomend first? Answer Needle aspirate the 2nd left intercostal space A 65kg spinal cord injured patient has de...

A 52 year-old post-operative cholecystectomy patient's breath sounds become more coarse upon completion of postural drainage with percussion. The respiratory therapist should recommend A. continuing the therapy until breath sounds improve B. administering dornase alpha. C. administering albuterol therapy. D. deep breathing and coughing to clear secretions. - correct answer deep breathing and coughing to clear secretions. A 65 kg spinal cord injured ...

A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with -:- heart failure A patient is admitted to the ED following a motor vehicle accident. On physical exam, the respiratory therapist discovers that breath sounds are absent in the left chest with a hyperresonant percussion note. The trachea is shifted to the right. The patient's heart rate is 45/min, respiratory rate is 30/min, an...

TMC Exam Questions & Answers | 151 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION| 30 PAGES| latest update TMC Exam Questions & Answers | 151 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION| 30 PAGES| latest update A 48 year-old female is admitted to the ED with diaphoresis, jugular venous distension, and 3+ pitting edema in the ankles. These findings are consistent with A. liver failure. B. pulmonary embolism. C. heart failure. D. electrolyte imbalances Correct Answer: Heart failure A patient is admit...