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A 65-year-old female is being weaned from mechanical ventilation. She is on a pressure support mode with minimal settings. What should the physical therapist monitor during therapy?

Which measure reflects the body’s energy expenditure during physical activity relative to body weight?

A 70-year-old patient with a history of myocardial infarction presents with ventricular bigeminy on the ECG.  What does this finding indicate?

An elderly patient with severe emphysema and reduced lung function requires an ACT that does not exacerbate their condition. Which technique is least likely to cause discomfort or exacerbation in a patient with severe emphysema?

Sarah is a 60-year-old female with ARDS who has been on mechanical ventilation for two weeks. The ICU team is focusing on preventing the complications of immobility. Sarah has been on prolonged bed rest. Which intervention should the physical therapist prioritize to prevent complications?  

During a therapy session, a physical therapist notices a high-pressure alarm on the ventilator. The patient has been coughing frequently and appears agitated. What should be the first step in managing this alarm?

A physical therapist is performing tracheal suctioning on a patient with an artificial airway. The therapist feels resistance when advancing the suction catheter. What should the therapist do next?

A 65-year-old male patient is on mechanical ventilation due to acute respiratory failure. During your assessment, you notice that the patient is unable to cough effectively and has audible rhonchi. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step?

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when treating a patient experiencing chest pain and suspected myocardial infarction?

A physical therapist is preparing to conduct a Bruce treadmill test on a 50-year-old female patient with suspected coronary artery disease. What is a key characteristic of the Bruce protocol?