Daniel Y. is a 29 year old male patient with Cystic Fibrosis…

Daniel Y. is a 29 year old male patient with Cystic Fibrosis and Pneumonia.  He is currently on a 4L NC.  His assessment is as followed: HR 120 RR 26 Sa02 94% Temp: 101.8F BBS: Bilateral wheezes and coarse rhonchi to BUL and decreased with crackles to the LLL   Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment regimen?

On day four of the patient’s hospital course, he complains o…

On day four of the patient’s hospital course, he complains of mouth pain.  The respiratory therapist notes white patches on the patients tongue, cheeks, and back of the throat.  The patient is currently on the following respiratory medications: Duoneb Q6 and pulmicort BID.  What should the respiratory therapist recommend?