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C&S TMC 2 Newest Actual Exam Preparation With Complete
Questions And Correct Answers With Rationales | Already
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Prior to taking a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PCWP) reading,
the RT ensure that: - +
The fiberoptic bronchoscope is usually preferred device during
bronchoscopy b/c its: - ANSWERS--Flexibility
The capnogram tracing above was obtained from a mechanically
ventilated pt. On the basis of this tracing, the RT should: - ANSWERS-
-Check the exhalation valve
A RT is performing nasotracheal suctioning. During the procedure,
the therapist occludes the catheter's thumb port; there is no
vacuum. The therapist could do all of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWERS--Use a longer suction catheter
The primary hazard of an oropharyngeal airway device is: -
ANSWERS--The patient may gag or fight the device
While manually ventilating a pt with a bag-valve resuscitator during
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the RT notices that the oxygen
reservoir is missing. The therapist should conclude that: - ANSWERS--
The FiO2 will most likely be less than 1.0
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A patient with a tracheostomy tube is producing moderate amounts
of thick, tenacious sput–um. The best device for this pt would be: -
ANSWERS--A heated large reservoir air-entrainment jet nebulizer
Which of the following humidity devices is the most economical
choice for use in an intubated, mechanically ventilated pt who only
needs short-term ventilation? - ANSWERS--Heat moisture exchanger
Which of the following will alter the oxygen concentration of an
air-entrainment mask? - ANSWERS--(4) Increasing the flow setting-
NO
Occluding the air-entrainment ports-YES
Altering the size of the jet orifice-YES
The respiratory therapist noticed that the– CPAP pressure indicated
on the low pressure monitor is consistently less than the preset CPAP
of an infant's nasal CPAP system. Which of the following should the
therapist do FIRST to correct this problem? - ANSWERS--Tighten all
connections
While the respiratory therapist is checking the oxygen setup of a pt
on a 2L/min nasal cannula, the pt complains of not being able to
detect any oxygen flow from the cannula. Which of the following
actions would be appropriate? - ANSWERS--Tighten all connections
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While assessing a pt who is receiving oxygen via transtracheal
catheter, the patient 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
Ltw1
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
rebreather mask. An arterial blood gas sample is obtained. The
values are as follows:
pH 7.22
PaCO2 45 mm Hg
PaO2 345 mm Hg
HCO3- 118 mEq/L
SaO2 100%
Which of the following would be most appropriate at this time? -
ANSWERS--Analyze the blood sample using a CO-oximeter
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Which of the following would be most helpful to evaluate the
effectiveness of secretion clearance therapy? - ANSWERS--Chest x-
ray
A 46 year old male is presented to the respiratory therapist clinic
with complaints of cough, night sweats, and loss of appetite. The pt
has a history of IV drug abuse and hep B. The therapist
recommended? - ANSWERS--Tuberculin skin test
The PFT results of an adult female are as follows:
Measured Predicted %Predicted
FVC(L): 2.63 3.11 84
FEV1(L): 1.58 2.28 69
FEV1/FVC(%): 60 73
FEF25%-75%(L/Sec): 0.59 2.56 23
PEF (L/Sec): 4.90 5.78 85
On the basis of these data, the correct interpretation is: - ANSWERS--
Small airway obstruction
A spontaneous breathing trial (SBT) should be terminated and the pt
re-evaluated if: - ANSWERS--The SpO2 decreases by 5%
Shortly after administration of a sedative to a struggling and
combative mechanically ventilated pt, the RT noticed a significant
decrease in pulmonary compliance. Which of the following could
explain the change? - ANSWERS--A pneumothorax has occurred
C&S TMC 2 Newest Actual Exam Preparation With Complete
Questions And Correct Answers With Rationales | Already
Graded A+||Brand New Version!!
Prior to taking a pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PCWP) reading,
the RT ensure that: - +
The fiberoptic bronchoscope is usually preferred device during
bronchoscopy b/c its: - ANSWERS--Flexibility
The capnogram tracing above was obtained from a mechanically
ventilated pt. On the basis of this tracing, the RT should: - ANSWERS-
-Check the exhalation valve
A RT is performing nasotracheal suctioning. During the procedure,
the therapist occludes the catheter's thumb port; there is no
vacuum. The therapist could do all of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWERS--Use a longer suction catheter
The primary hazard of an oropharyngeal airway device is: -
ANSWERS--The patient may gag or fight the device
While manually ventilating a pt with a bag-valve resuscitator during
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the RT notices that the oxygen
reservoir is missing. The therapist should conclude that: - ANSWERS--
The FiO2 will most likely be less than 1.0
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A patient with a tracheostomy tube is producing moderate amounts
of thick, tenacious sput–um. The best device for this pt would be: -
ANSWERS--A heated large reservoir air-entrainment jet nebulizer
Which of the following humidity devices is the most economical
choice for use in an intubated, mechanically ventilated pt who only
needs short-term ventilation? - ANSWERS--Heat moisture exchanger
Which of the following will alter the oxygen concentration of an
air-entrainment mask? - ANSWERS--(4) Increasing the flow setting-
NO
Occluding the air-entrainment ports-YES
Altering the size of the jet orifice-YES
The respiratory therapist noticed that the– CPAP pressure indicated
on the low pressure monitor is consistently less than the preset CPAP
of an infant's nasal CPAP system. Which of the following should the
therapist do FIRST to correct this problem? - ANSWERS--Tighten all
connections
While the respiratory therapist is checking the oxygen setup of a pt
on a 2L/min nasal cannula, the pt complains of not being able to
detect any oxygen flow from the cannula. Which of the following
actions would be appropriate? - ANSWERS--Tighten all connections
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While assessing a pt who is receiving oxygen via transtracheal
catheter, the patient 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
Ltw1
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
rebreather mask. An arterial blood gas sample is obtained. The
values are as follows:
pH 7.22
PaCO2 45 mm Hg
PaO2 345 mm Hg
HCO3- 118 mEq/L
SaO2 100%
Which of the following would be most appropriate at this time? -
ANSWERS--Analyze the blood sample using a CO-oximeter
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Which of the following would be most helpful to evaluate the
effectiveness of secretion clearance therapy? - ANSWERS--Chest x-
ray
A 46 year old male is presented to the respiratory therapist clinic
with complaints of cough, night sweats, and loss of appetite. The pt
has a history of IV drug abuse and hep B. The therapist
recommended? - ANSWERS--Tuberculin skin test
The PFT results of an adult female are as follows:
Measured Predicted %Predicted
FVC(L): 2.63 3.11 84
FEV1(L): 1.58 2.28 69
FEV1/FVC(%): 60 73
FEF25%-75%(L/Sec): 0.59 2.56 23
PEF (L/Sec): 4.90 5.78 85
On the basis of these data, the correct interpretation is: - ANSWERS--
Small airway obstruction
A spontaneous breathing trial (SBT) should be terminated and the pt
re-evaluated if: - ANSWERS--The SpO2 decreases by 5%
Shortly after administration of a sedative to a struggling and
combative mechanically ventilated pt, the RT noticed a significant
decrease in pulmonary compliance. Which of the following could
explain the change? - ANSWERS--A pneumothorax has occurred
