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Orthopnea - ANSWERDyspnea relieved by a change in position, SLEEPING UPRIGHT with pillows, usually CHF pulmonary edema problem. Apneustic breathing - ANSWERCharacterized by prolonged inspirations unrelieved by attempts to exhale, which indicates trauma to the pons. Definitive Care - ANSWERCare that will improve, rather than simply stabilize, a patient's condition (surgery or other care provided in a hospital) Pleural Decompression - ANSWER- Used to treat Tension pneumothorax: - Insert 14g needle through the 2nd/3rd intercostal space along the midclavicular line directly above the rib - "Rush of air"? - Remove needle, leave catheter, one-way flutter valve, secure catheter Indications for removal of a dual lumen airway - ANSWER-When gurgling is heard over the epigastrum -Pt becomes conscious -Pt is able to maintain airway -On-line medical directs you to do so Complications of ET tube placement (to name a few) - ANSWER- Trauma to the mouth, teeth, and upper airway - Over-inflation of the cuff may impede blood flow