C&S TMC EXAM TWO Question and Answers solution

C&S TMC EXAM TWO Question and Answers solution Which of the following will alter the oxygen concentration of an air-entrainment mask? 1 Increasing the flow setting-YES Occluding the air-entrainment ports-YES Altering the size of the jet orifice-YES 2 Increasing the flow setting-NO Occluding the air-entrainment ports-YES Altering the size of the jet orifice-NO 3 Increasing the flow setting-YES Occluding the air-entrainment ports-NO Altering the size of the jet orifice-YES - ANSWERS-4 Increasing the flow setting-NO Occluding the air-entrainment ports-YES Altering the size of the jet orifice-YES While assessing a pt. who is receiving oxygen via Trans tracheal catheter, the ot complains of a persistent, nonproductive cough and tracheal irritation. The appropriate action at this time would be what? - ANSWERS--reposition the catheter A 65-year old Asian female has just been admitted to the ED. Through an interpreter, it is learned that the pt. is complaining of palpitations and chest discomfort. What would be indicated? - ANSWERS--12-lead ECG A critically ill pt with hypovolemic shock is being monitored in the ICU. Measurement of which of the following would indicate if tissue hypoxia is present? - ANSWERS--SVO2 A 27 year old male has been admitted to the ED after he was found unconscious in the bedroom closet of his home following a house fire. He is currently receiving supplemental oxygen via a non rebreathe mask. An arterial blood gas sample is obtained. The values are as follows: pH 7.22 PaCO2 45 mm Hg