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How would a patient’s sleep apnea be classified if their sleep study revealed 8 AHI’s?

Which of the following mask types would be best to try first with a claustrophobic patient that needs nightly CPAP?

Which of the following patients are more likely to develop scoliosis?

Interpret the following CXR. 

Optimus Prime presents to the ED with increased HR and RR. Patient Interview reveals chest pain, decreased chest expansion, dyspnea, and dry cough. Exam reveals dull percussion note, diminished breath sounds on the left side, and displaced heart sounds. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

How would a patient’s sleep apnea be classified if their sleep study revealed 28 AHI’s?

Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (UIP) is commonly referred to as:

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is useful in the management of the patient with obstructive sleep apnea because it: 

Malignant tumors: 1. invade surrounding tissues. 2. grow slowly. 3. cause necrosis. 4. may be metastatic.

Chest assessment findings in a patient with ILD would include: 1. pleural friction rub. 2. increased vocal fremitus. 3. vesicular breath sounds. 4. hyperresonant percussion note.