RRT TMC EXAM 7 QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS!!
Turgor (Skin Turgor)
Elasticity of the skin, pinching the skin on the back of the hand, a slow rebound response
indicates dehydration (hypernatremia w/ water deficit, respiratory etiology; hyperventilation
Work of Breathing (WOB)
A common term used to express extra respiratory effort in a variety of pulmonary conditions.
Causing fatigue, weakness of respiratory muscles, and increased respiratory rate (tachypnea).
Respiratory function
Ventilation, Oxygenation, Circulation, Perfusion
Trachea shift away from affected side
Pneumothorax, lung tumor, pleural effusion
Trachea shift towards affected side
atelectasis, lung collapse
Cheyne-Stokes respiration
pattern of breathing characterized by a gradual increase of depth and sometimes rate to a
maximum level, followed by a decrease, resulting in apnea
Kussmaul respirations
Deep, rapid breathing; usually the result of an accumulation of certain acids when insulin is not
available in the body. Seen with severe metabolic acidosis w/ renal failure.
Subcutaneous emphysema (crepitus)
A characteristic crackling sensation felt on palpation of the skin, caused by the presence of air in
soft tissues.
Collapsed alveoli popping open during inspiration
, indication of atalectasis, pneumonia, or pulmonary edema associated with CHF. Treatment
includes Incentive spirometry (IS), Diuretics, heart medications, and supplemental oxygen.
Term Infants
37-42 weeks
Apgar scale
a standard measurement system that looks for a variety of indications of good health in newborns
7-10 Good, 4-6 Fair, 0-3 Poor
Hemoglobin
Primary function is to carry oxygen to the lungs and body tissue.
Normal urine output (Adults)
1-2 ml/kg/hr Equation is pt's weight in lb's x's 2.2(kg) x's 1= ml per hour of urine output.
Major body electrolytes
-Sodium
-Potassium
-Chloride
-Bicarbonate
imbalances in electrolytes result in weakness, fatigue, and malaise
Radiolucent
a substance that allows x-rays to pass through and appears black or dark gray on the resulting
film
Vascular markings
Moderately obscured branching pattern of white markings shows lymphatics, vessels, lung tissue
Honeycombing
CORRECT ANSWERS!!
Turgor (Skin Turgor)
Elasticity of the skin, pinching the skin on the back of the hand, a slow rebound response
indicates dehydration (hypernatremia w/ water deficit, respiratory etiology; hyperventilation
Work of Breathing (WOB)
A common term used to express extra respiratory effort in a variety of pulmonary conditions.
Causing fatigue, weakness of respiratory muscles, and increased respiratory rate (tachypnea).
Respiratory function
Ventilation, Oxygenation, Circulation, Perfusion
Trachea shift away from affected side
Pneumothorax, lung tumor, pleural effusion
Trachea shift towards affected side
atelectasis, lung collapse
Cheyne-Stokes respiration
pattern of breathing characterized by a gradual increase of depth and sometimes rate to a
maximum level, followed by a decrease, resulting in apnea
Kussmaul respirations
Deep, rapid breathing; usually the result of an accumulation of certain acids when insulin is not
available in the body. Seen with severe metabolic acidosis w/ renal failure.
Subcutaneous emphysema (crepitus)
A characteristic crackling sensation felt on palpation of the skin, caused by the presence of air in
soft tissues.
Collapsed alveoli popping open during inspiration
, indication of atalectasis, pneumonia, or pulmonary edema associated with CHF. Treatment
includes Incentive spirometry (IS), Diuretics, heart medications, and supplemental oxygen.
Term Infants
37-42 weeks
Apgar scale
a standard measurement system that looks for a variety of indications of good health in newborns
7-10 Good, 4-6 Fair, 0-3 Poor
Hemoglobin
Primary function is to carry oxygen to the lungs and body tissue.
Normal urine output (Adults)
1-2 ml/kg/hr Equation is pt's weight in lb's x's 2.2(kg) x's 1= ml per hour of urine output.
Major body electrolytes
-Sodium
-Potassium
-Chloride
-Bicarbonate
imbalances in electrolytes result in weakness, fatigue, and malaise
Radiolucent
a substance that allows x-rays to pass through and appears black or dark gray on the resulting
film
Vascular markings
Moderately obscured branching pattern of white markings shows lymphatics, vessels, lung tissue
Honeycombing
