A female adult patient was placed on a non-rebreathing mask…

A female adult patient was placed on a non-rebreathing mask at 8 lpm. The respiratory therapist observes the reservoir collapsing when the patient inhales. The patient appears tachypneic breathing at 35 breaths/min with a pulse rate of 120 bpm and SpO2 at 88%. What should the practitioner do at this time?

A patient has been on CMV using an HME for the past 72 hours…

A patient has been on CMV using an HME for the past 72 hours has developed thick retained secretions. The patient has the following vitals:   HR – 95 bpm Respiratory rate – 18 breaths/min BP –  130/80 mmHg Temp – 37.2oc   What should the respiratory care practitioner recommend to resolve the problem?