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What are the principle muscles of inspiration - Answer- Diaphragm and external intercostals What are the accessory breathing muscles - Answer- pec major, pec minor, serratus anterior, scalenes, SCM basically anything that attaches to the ribs/sterm anteriorly The upper respiratory tract extends to what point, and is responsible for what? - Answer- extends to and includes the larynx, and is responsible for warming, humidifying, and filtering air the lower, starting with the trach...

Which term is used to describe the outer layer of the cardiac tissue which protects the surface of the heart against trauma or infection? a. endocardium b. epicardium c. myocardium d. pericardium - Answer- B A therapist discusses the important of cholesterol level as a risk factor for coronary artery disease. Which total blood cholesterol level would place the patient at the greatest risk? a. 110 mg/dL b. 140 mg/dL c. 190 mg/dL d. 230 mg/dL - Answer- d Which heart sound occurs wh...

A PT monitors the BP of a patient during increasing levels of physical exertion. Assuming a normal physiologic response, which of the following BEST describes the patient's blood pressure response to dynamic exercises? A) Systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure decreases B) Systolic pressure remains the same, diastolic pressure increases C) Systolic pressure and diastolic pressure remain the same D) Systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure remains the same - Answer- D - T...

How much does SBP increase during exertion? - Answer- 8-12 mmHg per MET At what SBP and DBP should exercise be terminated? - Answer- SBP>210 mmHg; DBP>110 mmHg Which is higher: BP in legs or arms? By how much - Answer- Higher in legs by 10-20% Is BP higher during concentric or eccentric work? - Answer- concentric At 3 minutes post exercise, SBP should be ___% of peak SBP during exercise - Answer- 90 pulse pressure = - Answer- SBP = DBP A line precautions - Answer- Avoid ...

Systoic measures - ANSWER- Force exerted against arteries during ejection cycle of the heart Diastolic measures - ANSWER- Force of blood on an artery when the heart is resting Blood pressure is directly related to - ANSWER- Cardiac output and peripheral vascular resistance What does BP measure - ANSWER- Pumping mechanism of the heart Effect of exercise on systolic BP - ANSWER- Increases with exertion linerally; 8-12 mm Hg per metabolic equivilant; commonly up to 40-50mm Hg change;...

systolic blood pressure - Answer- the pressure created when the heart contracts and forces blood out into the arteries (force exerted during the ejection cycle) diastolic blood pressure - Answer- Pressure in the arteries when the heart relaxes and ventricles fill with blood At what SBP and DBP should an exercise session be terminated? - Answer- SBP greater than or equal to 210 mm Hg, DBP greater than or equal to 110 mm Hg pulse pressure (PP) - Answer- SBP-DBP, Increases in direct pro...

What is a seat belt pretentioner? - Answer- A mechanic that auto-fastens the seat belt to prevent individuals form jerking forward during a sudden stop or any other braking. What are some types of vehicle technology advancements? - Answer- Airbags, ABS, front/rear wheel drive, electronic traction control, and computerized engine components. The reason we have traffic laws is to ______ - Answer- Reduce chaos, keep traffic moving and give all road users a common understanding of how the r...

What are some types of vehicle technology advancements? - Answer- dashboards, cell phones, navigation systems, driving techniques, braking systems What is a seat belt pretensioner? - Answer- Pretensioners automatically tighten the belt to prevent the individual from jerking forward in a collision or at a sudden stop. You no longer have to pull the adjustable strap to fit your body. Why do traffic laws exist? - Answer- Traffic laws reduce chaos, keep traffic moving and give all road use...

Facts about the Exam - Answer- 2 hours long Must pass with 75% Minimum of 50 questions Topics covered on the exam - Answer- Nursing Licensure and Regulation in Texas Nursing Ethics Nursing Practice Nursing Peer Review Disciplinary Action The Mission of The Board of Nursing - Answer- To protect the People of Texas How does BON fulfill its mission? - Answer- 1. Makes sure that RNs are competent 2. Regulates the practice of nursing and approves of nursing education programs 3. Ma...

Nursing jurisprudence - Answer- application of the principles of law as they relate to the practice of nursing, to the obligations of nurses to their patients and to the relations of nurses with each other and with other health care professionals` NPA - Answer- . peer review . Nurse licensure compact . defines its responsibility for regulating nursing education, licensure, and practice What is the primary responsibilities of the Texas Board of Nursing? - Answer- . Protecting the inter...