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NBRC TMC EXAM-Y, O, X, W, U, V, T, Q, R AND P
ALL COMBINED ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS
AND WELL REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND
COMPLETE UPDATE WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS – ASSURES PASS
NBRC TMC Exam-Y, NBRC TMC Exam-O, NBRC TMC Exam-X, NBRC TMC
Exam-W, NBRC TMC Exam-U, NBRC TMC Exam-V, NBRC TMC Exam-T, NBRC
Exam-Q, NBRC TMC Exam-R, NBRC TMC Exam-P
Quality control material has published values for pH of 7.30, PO2 of 85 mm Hg.
Documentation indicates the range of pH is 0.5% and is 3% for PO2. Machine
results are as follows:
pH PO2 (mmHg)
Run 1 7.33 83
Run 2 7.25 86
Run 3 7.29 80
Which quality control runs indicate the machine is out of control?
A. 2 and 3
B. 1, 2, and 3
C. 1 and 2
D. 1 and 3 - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
Quality control data for an arterial blood gas analyzer is plotted on a graph that has
a range of 4 standard deviations (2 SD up and 2 SD down). Points on the graph
show a gradual rise from below the mean to above the mean. All points are within
2 SD of the mean. The respiratory supervisor should
A. remove this machine from service
B. call the medical director for direction
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C. monitor this machine closely
D. replace the electrodes - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : C
The sudden sounding of a high-pressure ventilator alarm is noted on a patient
receiving volume controlled mechanical ventilation. The respiratory therapist notes
the endotracheal tube is at 27 cm at the teeth and that breath sounds are absent
when auscultating the left hemithorax. The therapist should immediately
A. withdraw the endotracheal tube until breath sounds are bilateral
B. advance the endotracheal tube until breath sounds can be auscultated over the
left chest
C. prepare for insertion of chest tubes in the left thorax
D. check the air pressure of the tube cuff - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
Which of the following ventilator circuit change frequencies is important to
minimize nosocomial infections among patients receiving mechanical ventilation?
A. every 14 days
B. monthly
C. daily
D. when soiled - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : D
In which of the following situations should an HME be replaced with heated
humidity?
A. afebrile conditions
B. presence of thick secretions
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C. patient has asthma
D. patient is hyperthermic - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : B
Which of the following should be monitored for a ventilator-dependent newborn
with IRDS?
A. urine specific gravity
B. fluid input and output
C. pH
D. gas distribution (SBN2) in the lungs - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : B
A written teaching plan for a pediatric patient with chronic asthma should include
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A. PEFR monitoring and proper MDI use
B. determination of oxygen saturation
C. titration of oxygen
D. proper titration of bronchodilator dosage - ANSWERS: The correct answer is :
A
Which of the following is needed to calculate minute alveolar ventilation?
A. tidal volume, weight, respiratory rate
B. C(a-v)O2 and VT
C. PAO2 and tidal volume
D. VD/VT and PAO2 - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
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A female patient who is morbidly obese has an 8.0 mm tracheostomy tube. She has
been placed on an ulcer prevention mattress in the Intensive Care Unit. Following
transport to the new bed, the nurse calls a respiratory therapist to assess her
because she is complaining of air hunger. Diffuse dry crackles are auscultated with
crepitus noted upon palpation. These findings are most closely associated with
A. secretions in the airway
B. pneumothorax
C. atelectasis
D. subcutaneous emphysema - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : D
When inspecting the X-ray of an outpatient with nephrotic syndrome, you note a
homogeneous area of increased density that obscures the left costophrenic angle.
Which of the following is the most likely problem?
A. Pleural effusion
B. Bacterial pneumonia
C. Pulmonary edema
D. Atelectasis - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
A patient has a serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L. Which of the following
diuretic would you recommend for this patient?
A. Amiloride (Midamor)
B. Chlorothiazide (Diuril)
C. Quinnethazone (Hydromax)
D. Acetazolamide (Diamox) - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
NBRC TMC EXAM-Y, O, X, W, U, V, T, Q, R AND P
ALL COMBINED ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS
AND WELL REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND
COMPLETE UPDATE WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS – ASSURES PASS
NBRC TMC Exam-Y, NBRC TMC Exam-O, NBRC TMC Exam-X, NBRC TMC
Exam-W, NBRC TMC Exam-U, NBRC TMC Exam-V, NBRC TMC Exam-T, NBRC
Exam-Q, NBRC TMC Exam-R, NBRC TMC Exam-P
Quality control material has published values for pH of 7.30, PO2 of 85 mm Hg.
Documentation indicates the range of pH is 0.5% and is 3% for PO2. Machine
results are as follows:
pH PO2 (mmHg)
Run 1 7.33 83
Run 2 7.25 86
Run 3 7.29 80
Which quality control runs indicate the machine is out of control?
A. 2 and 3
B. 1, 2, and 3
C. 1 and 2
D. 1 and 3 - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
Quality control data for an arterial blood gas analyzer is plotted on a graph that has
a range of 4 standard deviations (2 SD up and 2 SD down). Points on the graph
show a gradual rise from below the mean to above the mean. All points are within
2 SD of the mean. The respiratory supervisor should
A. remove this machine from service
B. call the medical director for direction
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C. monitor this machine closely
D. replace the electrodes - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : C
The sudden sounding of a high-pressure ventilator alarm is noted on a patient
receiving volume controlled mechanical ventilation. The respiratory therapist notes
the endotracheal tube is at 27 cm at the teeth and that breath sounds are absent
when auscultating the left hemithorax. The therapist should immediately
A. withdraw the endotracheal tube until breath sounds are bilateral
B. advance the endotracheal tube until breath sounds can be auscultated over the
left chest
C. prepare for insertion of chest tubes in the left thorax
D. check the air pressure of the tube cuff - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
Which of the following ventilator circuit change frequencies is important to
minimize nosocomial infections among patients receiving mechanical ventilation?
A. every 14 days
B. monthly
C. daily
D. when soiled - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : D
In which of the following situations should an HME be replaced with heated
humidity?
A. afebrile conditions
B. presence of thick secretions
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C. patient has asthma
D. patient is hyperthermic - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : B
Which of the following should be monitored for a ventilator-dependent newborn
with IRDS?
A. urine specific gravity
B. fluid input and output
C. pH
D. gas distribution (SBN2) in the lungs - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : B
A written teaching plan for a pediatric patient with chronic asthma should include
5
A. PEFR monitoring and proper MDI use
B. determination of oxygen saturation
C. titration of oxygen
D. proper titration of bronchodilator dosage - ANSWERS: The correct answer is :
A
Which of the following is needed to calculate minute alveolar ventilation?
A. tidal volume, weight, respiratory rate
B. C(a-v)O2 and VT
C. PAO2 and tidal volume
D. VD/VT and PAO2 - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
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A female patient who is morbidly obese has an 8.0 mm tracheostomy tube. She has
been placed on an ulcer prevention mattress in the Intensive Care Unit. Following
transport to the new bed, the nurse calls a respiratory therapist to assess her
because she is complaining of air hunger. Diffuse dry crackles are auscultated with
crepitus noted upon palpation. These findings are most closely associated with
A. secretions in the airway
B. pneumothorax
C. atelectasis
D. subcutaneous emphysema - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : D
When inspecting the X-ray of an outpatient with nephrotic syndrome, you note a
homogeneous area of increased density that obscures the left costophrenic angle.
Which of the following is the most likely problem?
A. Pleural effusion
B. Bacterial pneumonia
C. Pulmonary edema
D. Atelectasis - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
A patient has a serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L. Which of the following
diuretic would you recommend for this patient?
A. Amiloride (Midamor)
B. Chlorothiazide (Diuril)
C. Quinnethazone (Hydromax)
D. Acetazolamide (Diamox) - ANSWERS: The correct answer is : A
