These data were obtained from a 70-kg (154-lb) patient on vo…

These data were obtained from a 70-kg (154-lb) patient on volume-controlled ventilation in the assist-control mode: Mode Assist-control FIO2 0.70 Rate 12 breaths/min VT 500 mL PEEP 8 cm H2O ABGs pH 7.42 PaCO2 43 mm Hg PaO2 172 mm Hg HCO3 23 mEq/L BE -2 mEq/L On the basis of this information, the respiratory therapist should recommend which of the following?

During aerosol drug delivery using a SVN set at 8 L/min, a p…

During aerosol drug delivery using a SVN set at 8 L/min, a patient asks that the head of the bed be lowered to a semi-Fowler’s position. Immediately after doing so, you observe a significant drop in aerosol output, despite there being at least 3 ml of solution left in the reservoir. What would you do to correct this problem?