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When performing an arterial blood gas sample what action will prevent continuation of blood metabolism?

A patient in the ER has orders for an ABG. What must be done to assess for collateral circulation of the intended puncture site?

Which of the following is related to restrictive disease or disorder?

A patient admitted for chest pain and shortness of breath has a productive pink frothy secretions. Breath sounds auscultated with fine inspiratory crackles and wheezing. The following vitals are as follows:   HR – 120 bpm Frequency – 25 breaths/min Blood pressure – 95/75 mmHg SpO2 – 93%   Chest radiograph shows cardiomegaly and prominent pulmonary vasculature. What should help this patient’s shortness of breath?

Which of the following is used to analyze PaCO2 in a arterial blood gas machine?

What is the normal level of bicarbonate (HCO3)?

Which of the following breath sounds suggest bronchospasm?

Which of the following would be an indication for cool aerosol therapy?   I. Stridor post-extubation II. Retained thick secretions III. Laryngotracheobronchitis IV. Smoke inhalation of a fire victim

One custodian cleans a suite of offices in 2 hours. When a second worker is asked to join the regular custodian, the job only takes 3/4 of an hour.  How long does it take the second worker to do the same job alone?

Which of the following does a stator consists of?