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Which of the following “layers” must be crossed by gases moving across the alveolar-capillary membrane?1. Alveolar epithelial membrane2. Capillary endothelial membrane3. Interstitial space4. Mucus blanket

You are called to the bedside of a patient that was recently extubated and experiencing upper airway edema. Bland aerosol therapy was initiated via aerosol mask.  Which of the following would indicate that administration of bland aerosol therapy was having an adverse effect?  1. Decreased work of breathing2. Increased heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure3. Increased stridor or dyspnea4. Improved O2 saturation

The AARC Code of Ethics holds professionals to which of following principles?1. Actively maintaining and improving one’s competence2. Following sound scientific procedures and ethical principles in research3. Promoting disease prevention and wellness4. Respecting and protecting the rights of patients they treat

Which of the following factors can have an impact on the outcomes of  communication between patient and practitioner?1. Verbal and nonverbal components of expression2. Environmental factors (e.g., noise, privacy)3. Values and beliefs of both patient and practitioner4. Sensory and emotional factors (e.g., fear, pain)

What is included in a Prevention Bundle?1. The use of multiple evidence-based best practices to prevent infection.2. Recent research supports the use of cost-effective measurements.3. An ongoing process of monitoring patients and personnel for the acquisition of infection in the health care setting.4. Using prophylactic antibiotic therapy on all hospitalized patients.

Which of the following are true regarding large-volume jet nebulizers? 1. A variable air-entrainment port allows mixing of air to provide correct FiO2.2. Baffling causes impaction creating aerosols.3. They are pneumatically powered and attach directly to a flowmeter.4. Aerosol particles are generated by mechanical vibration.

When using small volume nebulizers, where should you place them to ensure proper aerosol delivery and minimize risk of contamination?

 while and for loops are called pretest loops 

A for loop is also known as a _____ loop.

The statement (body of the loop) continues to execute until the expression is no longer false.