RES-204 test 4 Questions With Complete Solutions

A bubble CPAP has been set up on an infant at 12 L/minute and the water column is reading 4 cm H2O. A chest X-ray reveals mild lung overdistention. What is the most feasible explanation for this finding? correct answer: The flow rate is very high and the CPAP measured at the nasal prongs is probably 4 cm H2O. Which of the following devices would be most appropriate to use for a 3-year-old patient who experiences immediate postextubation hypoxemia? correct answer: Aerosol mask The therapist is trying to confirm the proper placement of an endotracheal tube of an infant. Auscultation reveals breath sounds over both the stomach and the chest wall. What should the therapist do? correct answer: Pull the ETT because it is most probably in the esophagus. The original fluid level has increased in the combined collection/water seal drainage bottle decreasing drainage. What should be done to alleviate this issue? correct answer: Replace the bottle with the proper water level Which of the following effects is related to the activation of β-adrenergic receptor sites? correct answer: Bronchial smooth muscle relaxation The drainage bottle is not in the proper position in relationship to the patient's chest. Gravity flow of drainage is not taking placed and drainage is remaining in the patient's lungs. What should be done to alleviate this issue? correct answer: Place the drainage bottle several feet below the patient's chest For which of the following conditions is a contraindication for the use of a high-flow nasal cannula?