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Which of the following are recommended to increase low PaO2 associated with ARDS? 1. Aerosolized bronchodilator medications 2. Inverse I:E ratio 3. Chest percussion 4. Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)      

Which of the following pulmonary changes are associated with ARDS? Abnormal surfactant            Increased shunt     Air trapping Narrowing of the alveolar-capillary membrane 

Which of the following are among the treatment options for the patient with myasthenia gravis? 1. antibiotic 2. Plasmapheresis 3. Thymectomy 4. Mechanical ventilation

Signs and symptoms associated with obstructive sleep apnea include: 1. insomnia. 2. excessive daytime sleepiness. 3. hypothyroidism. 4. metabolic alkalosis.

Dr. Foreman was in a MVC and received multiple injuries including a C4 fracture and a fractured pelvic. He has been intubated in the ER. Which vent settings would be most appropriate?

Which of the following diseases are highly contagious?

The diagnosis of epiglottitis is aided by: 1. laying the patient down and observing the throat with a tongue blade. 2. visualization of the throat during tracheal intubation. 3. observing if the patient can swallow. 4. observing how the patient holds his or her tongue.

Which of the following is (are) signs and symptoms associated with myasthenia gravis? 1. Double vision 2. Weakness of neck muscles 3. Drooping of eyelids 4. Difficulty speaking 

Favorable prognostic factors in clean water near-drowning include: 1. greater effort to reach the surface. 2. alcohol in the victim. 3. colder water. 4. younger age

The peripheral nervous system problems found with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) include: 1. loss of reflexes. 2. increased reflex reactions. 3. flaccid paralysis of skeletal muscles. 4. tetany of skeletal muscles