__________________ is a forced expiratory technique that is performed with repeated cycles of breathing control, thoracic expansion and huff coughs.
All of the following are advantages of the nasal cannula as…
All of the following are advantages of the nasal cannula as a low-flow O2 delivery system except:
Which of the following best describes a creaking or grating…
Which of the following best describes a creaking or grating sound that occurs when the inflamed pleural membranes (pleurisy) rub together?
Upon initiation of PEP therapy via face mask, the respirator…
Upon initiation of PEP therapy via face mask, the respiratory therapist notices that the device is unable to maintain a constant pressure during exhalation. To correct this problem, the therapist should evaluate for which of the following?
Proper instructions for positive expiratory pressure (PEP) i…
Proper instructions for positive expiratory pressure (PEP) include all of the following except:
All of the following should be included in documenting chest…
All of the following should be included in documenting chest physiotherapy and postural drainage therapy except?
What are some signs and symptoms you may see if your patient…
What are some signs and symptoms you may see if your patient has inadequate airway humidification? 1. Dry, Productive Cough 2. Thick, Dehydrated Secretions 3. Increased Work of Breathing
While performing chest physiotherapy and postural drainage t…
While performing chest physiotherapy and postural drainage therapy on your patient, you notice the patients’ saturations are slightly decreasing from 90% SpO2 to 87% SpO2. Which of the following would you recommend to manage this problem?
Indications for directed coughing include all of the followi…
Indications for directed coughing include all of the following except:
You administer 1 puff of a meter dose inhaler (MDI). How lon…
You administer 1 puff of a meter dose inhaler (MDI). How long should you wait in between actuations?